On TikTok, a disturbing trend of fake \u201ctick\u201d infestations has taken the platform by storm, becoming an immensely viral genre. In these videos, creators simulate having ticks attached to their skin, often concentrated on their arms, legs, or even their face and ears. As they scratch at the lumps, the \u201cticks\u201d either fall off or are plucked off with tweezers, sometimes revealing a suspicious substance that viewers believe to be glue.Dermatologists have been quick to debunk these videos, with many pointing out that the \u201cticks\u201d are likely just beans or other props. They cite various reasons for their conclusion, such as the absence of blood or rashes when the \u201cticks\u201d are removed, the concentration of ticks in one area of the body not being typical of real tick infestations, and the hashtag #hhanbrolice, which does not represent a real lice species.Despite being aware of the deception, TikTokers are drawn to these videos due to their oddly satisfying allure. Some dermatologists express concern that these fake videos might inadvertently lead to real skin issues if creators are using adhesives like glue, causing allergies or irritation when removed aggressively.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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