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How can you tell the difference between poison ivy and infantigo?
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There are different : Impetigo is a golden colored rash resembling honey, while with poison ivy you get a bright red irritated rash.
Answered 4/8/2018
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Impetigo: Impetigo is from an infection and does not itch. It may be transmitted to others. Poison ivy is intensely itchy and may blister and occurs only hours and days after contacting poison ivy/oak.
Answered 5/15/2018
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