Yup just the dead tissue around the feeding tube. They got me a few times in Raleigh. Usually you get them once then get real cautious. Then figure they can't be around this early/late and boom get them again. Steroid cremes and anti-histamine, sometimes tried nail polish. I heard it fills the hole and keeps you from itching it.
I read somewhere about a group in a concentration camp that the Nazis wouldn't go near because of Fleas/Ticks/ maybe Chiggers. Saved their lives so God had a purpose for them there. Kind of changed my perspective on them. At least until I get ate up again. Permethrin soaked clothes tucked into boots also sprayed and long sleeves. Even Under Armour type long sleeves sprayed in it do the trick. Just make sure it's dried and it lasts a few washes.
