Washing
Within 1 or 2 hours after the bite, you should wash the area thoroughly with water and soap. Firstly, wet the surface with warm water. Work the mild soap in your hands into a thick lather and rub it over the bitten area. Do not rinse but leave it on for a few minutes until the soap dry over. This can immediately help relieve itching caused by the tick bite. More importantly, the soap would prevent bacterial infection on the skin. [2]
