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Is it possible for my ankle to swell up from poison ivy?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ankle swollen: It is possible to have a swonnen ankle after having been exposed to poison ivy. Warm water compresses for 5 or 10 minutes should relieve the swelling. Also, keep your leg elevated whenever you can.

Answered 8/27/2019

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Yes: Your ankle can swell just like any other part of your body that comes into contact with poison ivy.

Answered 5/6/2018

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