Question 1

what is the best way to treat poison ivy?

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OTC Hydrocortisone: First, ensure that your items of clothing that could have come into contact with the poison ivy are washed well to avoid re-exposure. Try over the counter Hydrocortisone and calamine lotion. Also Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can be helpful. If this doesn't work, your doctor can rx you stronger topicals or even oral Prednisone if it is severe.

Question 2

what is the best way to dry up poison ivy?

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Topical steroids.: If the case is bad enough may need oral steroids.

Question 3

best treatment for poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Steroids (cortisone): Poison ivy or poison oak rashes are allergic reactions caused by contact with the plants. The plant sap can be on clothes, bedding, car seats, etc..., so thorough cleaning is needed. Treatment  is with steroid creams in mild cases but oral steroids in moderate or severe cases. Oral antihistamines like Claritin, Zyrtec, or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) help decrease itching. A doctor can prescribe steroids if needed.

Question 4

what are the best meds for poison ivy or sumac?

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Aviodance: First avoid if possible.  Wash with soapy water, then keep clean and dry.  If a rash erupts, see your doctor for steroid containing medications.

Question 5

i think i have poison ivy on my penis, what's the best cure?

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Pants near plants: Poison ivy itches for several days, regardless of therapy. Try to keep the affected area clean, dry, and consider some topical Hydrocortisone cream.  And eliminate your exposure with pants!

Question 6

whats the best treatment for poison ivy or oak?

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Many: There are several things that can help.  Probably the most common things are otc, like calamine lotion and topical steroids.  Sometimes patients need prescription topical steroids and others require systemic steroids.  It really depends on each patient and the severity of the reaction.

Question 7

what is the best treatment for poison ivy on eyelids?

Accepted Answer

Steroid cream: Just as on the arms or legs, the treatment is symptom driven.  Over the counter steroid cream 2-3 times a day for 3-5 days should help. Try not to get it in the eye itself as it can irritate and blur the vision.

Question 8

i think i have poison ivy on my penis, what's the best treatment for it?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 9

what work best to treat poison ivy or oak?

Accepted Answer

Corticosteroids: First, you must avoid the exposure and wash all clothing and tools that might have the sap on them as the sap can be active for up to 6 months. Mild cases can respond to topical steroid creams but more extensive or severe cases need oral corticosteroids. Poin ivy on the eye can cause blindness and needs to evaluated and treated by a physician immediately. Antihistamines will not clear the rash.

Question 10

can you please describe the best ways for getting rid of poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines : Antihistamines will help the itch
dont forget to wash all clothing you could have had on withing several days of potential exposure.

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