Question 1

what is the best way to apply bleach on a poison ivy rash?

Accepted Answer

Don't do that: You shouldn't apply bleach over the inflamed skin area due to poison ivy contact dermatitis. Bleach is an irritant and would make your skin more inflamed. Wash your skin throughly with water to rinse the resin off. You can apply an otc topical corticosteroid on the area. If it does not work, your doctor can start you on a short course of oral steroid to make it heal faster.

Question 2

i'm worried because my poison ivy is driving me crazy and was wondering if i can open up my rash and bleach it will the rash go away, what do you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Bleach can further: Harm already damaged skin.

Question 3

how to dry out poison ivy?

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Poison ivy : Calamine lotion will help with the itch and help to dry the rash.  Prescription corticosteroid cream or pills may be needed for more widespread poison ivy.

Question 4

does poison ivy always itch?

Accepted Answer

At some stage: Since it is a contact allergic reaction, it will always itch at some stage .

Question 5

what can be done for poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

how to stop the spread of poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Make sure all the: Urushiol is cleaned off of skin, gear, clothes, boots, etc.

Question 7

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 8

if you get poison ivy, how do you feel?

Accepted Answer

Itchy: Poison ivy itches.  A lot.

Question 9

what should i use to put on poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: If the problem is a mild one, time will heal it.  A topical cortisone cream may also be helpful.  If the problem is severe, you will need to see a doctor who may prescribe some Prednisone pills or a cortisone injection for you.

Question 10

how can you tell if you have poison ivy?

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POISON IVY: Poison ivy often appears in lines of redness followed by blistering and,of course, is itchy and can spread by touching the rash. The lines are caused when the leaves brush across various parts of the body when working in the garden,etc. See your Physician as needed for diagnosis and treatment.

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