How to tell the difference between poison ivy rash and bacterial infection

Question 1

Son went to urgent care was told rash on legs was bacterial infection. followed up with primary dr was told its poison ivy. how can he tell which diagnosis/meds to follow

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Probably poison ivy: did he have fever? if no more likely PI does he have underlying illness such as diabetes? if not more likely PI Is the lesion diffusely red spreading ... Read More

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Not likely bacterial: To differentiate cellulitis from rhus (poison ivy) : Cellulitis is. Condition that.presents with fever and systemic symptoms and is characterized as a... Read More

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Questionable rash : If the rash has clear blisters, general redness, seems to be getting worse as the days progress - it may be likely poison ivy, especially with a histo... Read More

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Question 2

How can you tell the difference between a bacterial infection of the face and poison ivy?

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Poison ivy itches: You get a lot of itching and blisters from poison ivy but not from a bacterial infection. Also poison ivy is not associated with pus.

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Question 3

How do doctors tell if a poison ivy rash is healing or not?

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Blisters resolved: Most people initially get swelling or itching at the place of contact within hours then in the next weeks (1-3 weeks) they may have blister forming th... Read More

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Question 4

Could you tell me what gets rid of poison ivy rash quickly?

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Poison ivy: If it is severe you doctor can prescribe Prednisone by mouth in addition to oral antihistamine.

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Question 5

How long does it take for a poison ivy rash to develop and start itching?

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Usually a day or so: The chemical in the poison ivy plant that causes the problem in many people usually takes a day or two before it fully erupts. Often, people feel some... Read More

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Question 6

How long would a pt have to have a poison ivy rash or how severe would it have to be for the dr to suggest kenalog injection as treatment?

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Poison Ivy is bad: Poison ivy can be treated with I.M. Kenalog, but I prefer a course of oral prednisone because it does not supress the adrenal gland as long as a Kenal... Read More

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Question 7

Can i take mometasone furoate cream usp 0.1% for a poison ivy rash?

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Poison ivy: Yes, it may not be enough but it is a good cream.

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Question 8

Is post-inflammatory hypopigmentation common after poison ivy rash? permanent? if not, how long to go away? any cosmetic treatment options?

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Possible: especially if you had scratched the area heavily. I would give it at least 3 months to see if the pigment would return before doing anything about it... Read More

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Question 9

Shaking, nausea and almost loss of consciousness after wide spread poison ivy rash even days after initial exposure. is that something to be worried?

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Yes, Doc ASAP: Severe and widespread poison ivy reactions may be nearly as bad as having a 3rd degree burn making you susceptible to infection. You need to be prop... Read More

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Question 10

When after contact does it take for poison ivy rash to appear?

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Few hours to weeks: Poison ivy causes contact dermatitis after contact from the urushiol oil from the poison ivy. Symtpoms can ccur from a few hours up to 3 weeks after ... Read More

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How to tell the difference between poison ivy rash and bacterial infection

Son went to urgent care was told rash on legs was bacterial infection. followed up with primary dr was told its poison ivy. how can he tell which diagnosis/meds to follow

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How can you tell the difference between a bacterial infection of the face and poison ivy?

How do doctors tell if a poison ivy rash is healing or not?

Could you tell me what gets rid of poison ivy rash quickly?

How long does it take for a poison ivy rash to develop and start itching?

How long would a pt have to have a poison ivy rash or how severe would it have to be for the dr to suggest kenalog injection as treatment?

Can i take mometasone furoate cream usp 0.1% for a poison ivy rash?

Is post-inflammatory hypopigmentation common after poison ivy rash? permanent? if not, how long to go away? any cosmetic treatment options?

Shaking, nausea and almost loss of consciousness after wide spread poison ivy rash even days after initial exposure. is that something to be worried?

When after contact does it take for poison ivy rash to appear?

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