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What are common symptoms of having an allergic reaction to tea tree oil?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Usually a rash: Most common reaction to tea tree oil involves a chronic allergic dermatitis and may appear similar to a nasty reaction to poison ivy.

Answered 3/17/2018

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