Question 1

how can you tell the difference between poison ivy and hives rash?

Accepted Answer

blisters: With poison ivy you have blisters.

Question 2

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 3

husband has poison ivy 9/5.  got predisone.  allergic reaction.  just on benadryl (diphenhydramine) now.  still swollen and red and more hives are appearing?

Accepted Answer

Prednisone allergy?: I am uncertain he had a prednisone allergy. You need to discuss the reaction with your  physician. This may have  been related tot eh dose  of the prednisone and was a  side effect  of the level of the dosage. Prednisone is a corticosteroid and these are the mainstay of acute therapy for poison ivy. You can discuss this  your physician and see a dermatologist. You may need a different preparation

Question 4

hives randomly appeared on left arm and spread to stomach and chest, not poison ivy or oak concerned help tried benedril?

Accepted Answer

See derm: What you're describing could be one of any number of things if it is true hives should have responded somewhat two Benadryl (diphenhydramine) i would see your doctor to have it looked at you can start with your primary doctor but if you can go to a dermatologist that would be best to proper diagnosis and treatment plan can be implemented.

Question 5

2yo had rash thought to be poison ivy for 2 weeks. when that went away he started getting random fevers and/or hives, one day he had a swollen eye. tjis has been going on for 2+ weeks. doctors say he looks healthy otherwise, what could it be?

Accepted Answer

: the poison ivy poison (cell sap) can stick to cloths and blankets and pets. I am amazed that you can ask such a question at age 2.   Very good. Ask parents to wash all clothes that may have been when you got exposed and if at home to not let pets or you out to play where poison Ivy grows.

Ask them to also check the meds being used for allergic reaction possibilities. Ask them to call your Drs.

Question 6

my 2yo had what we thought was poison ivy. prior he had gunny eyes, not pink eye and after the same. he gets fevers ever 3-4 day and hives randomly every couple days not necessarily with the fever. for 3 day he had a swollen eye. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

: Infection should be considered and treated as indicated. Please see urgent care or the emergency room at a children’s center. The fever and swollen eye may not be related to poison ivy, but rather to an infection. Monitor your child for facial swelling and difficulty moving the eye.

Question 7

how to dry out poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

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 8

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 9

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 10

how to stop the spread of poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

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

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How can you tell the difference between poison ivy and hives rash?

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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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Husband has poison ivy 9/5. got predisone. allergic reaction. just on benadryl (diphenhydramine) now. still swollen and red and more hives are appearing?

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Hives randomly appeared on left arm and spread to stomach and chest, not poison ivy or oak concerned help tried benedril?

A member asked:

2yo had rash thought to be poison ivy for 2 weeks. when that went away he started getting random fevers and/or hives, one day he had a swollen eye. tjis has been going on for 2+ weeks. doctors say he looks healthy otherwise, what could it be?

A member asked:

My 2yo had what we thought was poison ivy. prior he had gunny eyes, not pink eye and after the same. he gets fevers ever 3-4 day and hives randomly every couple days not necessarily with the fever. for 3 day he had a swollen eye. what could it be?

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Does poison ivy always itch?

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