Washing
As soon as possible after being exposed to poison oak or poison ivy, washing the skin and clothes well can help reduce exposure to the offending oil and the severity of the reaction.
Dr. Jeff Livingston reviewed this
24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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