When enlarged, two punctures on the skin appear as dark dots. They are not close. We would suggest this is closer to a modest spider's mouthparts than a tiny tick's. We commend this wise mother. A modest amount of attention like hers may prevent illness in months, years, or decades. The mother opted for a combination of herbals that treat Bartonella. [We are greatly expanding our 2023 Herbs and Essential Oils Book. Sept/2026].
