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Severe case of poison ivy & getting worse need help quick?
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Poison ivy: You need to call your doctor for severe dermatitis to poison ivy. If you have difficulty breathing, nausea or vomiting, please call 911. You might need a course of corticosteroid for severe reactions.
Answered 6/11/2013
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Ivy: Oral Prednisone or high potency corticosteroid creams are often prescribed by a dermatologist for rapid relief.
Answered 6/30/2014
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