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What are the precautions associated with treatment of poison ivy and poison oak?
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The allergic reaction should be treated by immediately washing the area with soap and water. Taking a bath immediately is not recommended as it could spread the reaction.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoPrecautions exist with the use of benzocaine, zirconium, and antihistamine ointments. These medications can cause a worse allergic reaction, consult a physician.
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∙ 13y agoOral steroids, such as prednisone, are available for more serious cases, especially those affecting the face, eyes, mouth, or genitals.
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Is desoximetasone gel good treatment for poison ivy?
Probably.
Poison ivy reactions are an example of what condition?
Poison ivy reactions are an example of an allergic condition, which is associated with cytotoxic T-cell activation.
If poison ivy gets on honeysuckles and you drink the honey will you get poison ivy?
No, you will not get poison ivy.
How long are you protected from poison ivy after taking steroids?
The short answer is that you are not protected. While steroids may be used to reduce inflammation and itching associated with poison ivy, this treats only the symptoms and does nothing to prevent repeated contact from uroshiol causing poison ivy again.
What is the tagalog of poison ivy?
poison ivy
Who is Poison Ivy's boyfriend?
Poison Ivy has no boyfriend.
What is the best treatment for poison ivy or oak when they are bubbled with liquid?
salt water really helps
Can babies get poison ivy?
Anyone can get Poison Ivy if you are allergic to it.
How do you rid of poison?
If you are near the ocean anywhere, get into the water, lightly break the poison ivy blisters with sand and let the ocean water get at it. This dries up poison ivy faster than any other treatment I know. This can get rid of poison ivy in just a day or two. other means include,applying tea tree oil or aloe vera.You can get rid of Poison Ivy rashes by immediately rinsing your skin when the poison ivy strikes, rubbing the skin with some alcohol, or by taking an antihistamine.
What is ivy leaf?
Ivy leaf is poison ivy. Poison ivy is a leaf that gives you a bad itchy rash.
What if your poison ivy bubble is big?
If the poison ivy bubble is big it is not poison ivy but rather poison oak the same remities apply for ridding yourself of it
Does poison ivy grow in North Carolina?
North Carolina has poison ivy as well as poison oak.
