Question 1

poison ivy on penis, when can we have sex?

Accepted Answer

Until it heals: Poison ivy is not transmitted from person to person unless the resin from the ivy is still present on the skin.  You can have sex any time you can handle it.

Question 2

treatment for poison ivy on penis. is steroid cream ok to use?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: Poison ivy is an allergic contact dermatitis,  caused by ivy and certain other plants, like sumac and mango. If you are allergic to these plants, even tiny bits of the sap will cause a terribly itchy rash that can last up to two weeks. The rash will occur where ever the sap touches your skin, including getting sap from your hands onto your penis, when you urinate. It can be treated with cortisone.

Question 3

could poison ivy on a penis spread?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: Poison ivy spreads by contact so any part of your body you touch after handling your penis can be affected.

Question 4

how can i treat poison ivy on my penis?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: The same way as poison ivy anywhere else on you body.  Topical cortisone cream (otc) or, if that doesn't clear it,  oral prednisone.  See you physician if otc Hydrocortisone does not work.

Question 5

how is it possible to get poison ivy on my penis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you have urushiol on your hands and than handle your penis - it can happen.

Question 6

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 7

i think i have poison ivy on my penis, what's the best treatment for it?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 8

my bf has poison ivy on his penis &says it doesn't bother him. we had unprotected sex can this hurt or effect me?

Accepted Answer

No: If the area has been washed after the exposure, the rash would not be transmitted to another person. As to how he got poison ivy on his penis, that's another subject .  Do encourage you to practice safe sex.

Question 9

how could someone get poison ivy on your penis and testicles?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If exposed to the leaves or if the resin is on your hand and you touch your penis.

Question 10

my husband has poison ivy on his penis. can we still have sex?

Accepted Answer

If there is any: Urushiol on his penis - it should be cleaned off first. If he has broken, painful skin - it would be better to wait until he has healed more.

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