"What to do if you are unable to remove the tick completely?
Many times the tick’s mouth-parts or head remains embedded in the host’s skin. This does not always increase one’s risk of infections, but one must treat it in the same way, as one would a splinter.
Do not dig around in the skin to remove the remainder of the tick, as this can increase the risk of skin infections.It is best to let nature take its course as the human body (or even that of your pet) will expel the tick out naturally by itself.Watch out for signs of fever, muscular aches and pains, loss of concentration, and general malaise or fatigue after you have removed the tick. If these signs occur, visit the doctor immediately."
How many times have you been sitting in your tent at the end of the day and unsuccessfully tried removing a tick, leaving its head in your skin, especially the popular tick zones like back of the neck/nape and groin. I lost count years ago but have always wondered if there would be an adverse reaction.
Most sources advise to seek medical assistance but if you're days away from a Dr or bush nurse it is reassuring to know an embedded tick head isn't necessarily a problem.
When I stuff up a tick removal I always cover it generously with sage or tea tree oil to prevent infection. They have never become infected yet.
BTW, "tick season" in moderate climate zones is all year.
What are your experiences with botched tick removal while bushwalking?