Question 1

can you tell me how to cure poison ivy within a week?

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Options: There are specific products that you can buy that will wash the urushiol off. Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines.

Question 2

what is a quick remedy to cure poison ivy?

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Prednisone: The quickest thing is prescription steroids. You can go to an urgent care for that. Over the counter methods are Zanfel, caladryl, domeboro soaks, Benedryl and oatmeal baths.

Question 3

what are some home remedies to cure poison ivy?  i don't have insurance so im trying not to go to the doctor if i can. i already have the rash.

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Many options: There are many natural remedies for poison ivy & poison oak, such as baking soda, aloe, apple cider vinegar & jewelweed. A site where this is discussed is www.Earthclinic.Com/cures/poison_ivy.Html. One of my favorite approaches is homeopathy; rhus tox is the most classic remedy but others help as well, based on individual symptoms: www.Huffingtonpost.Com/amy-rothenberg-nd/homeopathy_b_1717180.Html.

Question 4

how can you treat/cure a bad case of poison ivy?

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Options: Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines.

Question 5

what is the most effective product that cures poison ivy?

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Poison Ivy: Healthtap doctors are asked  not to endorse specific products. There are specific products that you can buy that will wash the Urushiol off. Some options of treating poison ivy include calamine lotion, oatmeal soaks, Hydrocortisone cream and antihistamines. Anything which has touched urushiol from the poison ivy needs to be cleaned (clothes, shoes, gear etc.) Oral steroids are sometimes indicated.

Question 6

is there a good cure for bad case of poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Prednisone: For mild cases of poison ivy, steroid ointments and antihistamines is usually sufficient.  For more severe or generalized skin reactions from poison ivy, steroid tablets such as Prednisone may be needed.

Question 7

cures for poison ivy and oak?

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Not really a "cure": Technically there really isn't a "cure".  Most every patient will recover without doing anything.  However, treatment certainly makes one feel a heck of a lot better in the process.  Poison ivy and oak and sumac are all allergic reactions to the resin on the plants.  If you are allergic (and many people are or will be) then you will have a reaction every time you have contact with the plant.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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 9

i have poison ivy on the tip of my penis and i don't know what to do. what can i use to cure it?

Accepted Answer

Loving care: You can try calamine lotion to keep it dry, and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) over the counter for any itching.  Good luck.

Question 10

what's good to cure rash from poison ivy and poison oak?

Accepted Answer

Poison Ivy: The best therapy is a prolonged dose of oral steroids, typically 10 or more days. Tapering steroid packs such as a 10 or 13 day "dexpak" is most effective. Shorter durations of steroids will often result in return of the rash.

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