Question 1

what is the best way to treat poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

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 work best to treat poison ivy or oak?

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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 3

what would be the best way to treat poison ivy inside of the vagina? very painful! need a cure fast!

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See below: You are going to need to seek medical attention as you going to need to prescription for corticosteriods like Prednisone but also that area can easily get infected, and would best to be examined.  Hope you feel better.

Question 4

what is the best way to treat an itchy rash?  does not seem to be poison ivy and is not like hives and not a bite

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Itchy skin: The most important thing is to make sure your skin is moisturized.  You can also try an antihistamine to reduce itching and if the rash is bad or persitstant, see a dermatologist.

Question 5

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

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

Question 6

can you please describe the best ways for getting rid of poison ivy and stop it from spreading (fast)?

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See doctor: If the problem is a mild one, time will heal it. If the problem is severe, you will need to see a doctor who may prescribe some Prednisone pills or a cortisone injection for you.  In the meanwhile, try apply some otc Hydrocortisone cream 3 to 4 times daily.

Question 7

how is poison ivy treated?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamines: Will treat the, steroids will attenuate inflammation.

Question 8

how should i treat poison ivy

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Cortisone steroids: Steroids are usually needed for poison ivy. A doctor prescribes them after confirming the rash is really the poison oak type. For bad rashes, oral steroids for several days are used (prednisone, prednisolone). For very mild rashes, cortisone creams can be used. A daily aveeno oatmeal bath may help. Claritin or zyrtec each morning, plus a single Benadryl (diphenhydramine) dose at bedtime, can cut down the itching.

Question 9

is there a safe way treat poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: About half of people who are in contact with poison ivy will develop skin rashes locally. Reactions are due to the sensitivity to uroshiol, the oily resin that is found in the leaves. Mild cases does not need treatment. Severe cases, you can be on an oral dose of corticosteroid for a few weeks.

Question 10

what medications help treat poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: Poison ivy treatments are usually limited to self-care methods, and the rash typically goes away on its own within two to four weeks. In the meantime, you can use poison ivy remedies, such as oatmeal baths and cool compresses, as well as over-the-counter anti-itch medications to relieve your signs and symptoms. In severe cases topical and oral cortisone are needed.

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