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What method is there to get rid of poison ivy & how long will it last?
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Steroids: Poison ivy is a contact dermatitis. Treatment depends upon the severity of symptoms and ranges from otc topical steroids to oral prednisone. Poison ivy rashes can last from a couple of days to several weeks.
Answered 12/11/2013
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