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What is the best medicine for poison sumac rash the rash is on my right arm

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Typically : Typically i recommend a steroid gel. Some patients are so inflamed, they need Prednisone or a kenalog (triamcinolone) (steroid) shot. Read more about poison ivy/oak, etc. And treatment options at the link below. I hope that helps.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 12/18/2018

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