A member asked:

I have had poison ivy, all lesions healed and gone, then a itching and flaming red skin started on hands and feet, legs, butt, not external.

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Different cause: You're itching at this point is probably not related to the poison ivy.You should see a medical doctor since there can be internal causes of pruritus better known as itching.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Repeat contact: The most likely cause is continuing contact with the poison ivy resin left on your clothing, shoes, car seats etc. You need to wash them all out with a laundry detergent. A less likely cause is a secondary bacterial infection from scratching the areas.

Answered 1/5/2014

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