What would cause a rash that looks like a bulls eye?

Answer by  km8738 (1917)

I had a leech attach to me while swimming in some not-so-nice waters last year. The rash that I had once I removed it looked like a bulls-eye.

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

A bulls eye rash with a central dot surrounded by a white and then red ring is typical of Lyme Disease, which is caused by tick bites.

Answer by  bubbyboy (9929)

A bull's eye rash is one sign of Lyme disease. Spider bites can also have a ringed rash with a 'bull's eye' center. Scabies can sometimes look like this but your doctor will have to be the one to determine what caused your rash. If you have had a tick bite see your doctor soon.

Answer by  cindy (1484)

A rash that looks like a bull's eye is commonly associated with the disease Lyme disease. The rash is usually at the spot where the tick bite and infected the person but may spread. Target lesions are also associated with infection by other viruses especially herpes simplex virus.

Answer by  Anonymous

I had the same thing happen as you, with a leech bite. So far, I heard that leeches don't carry disease, but I still wonder.