Chlorine in a pool may help to reduce the presence of bacteria on the skin but will not effectively kill the urushiol oil that causes poison oak rashes. While swimming in a chlorinated pool might provide temporary relief by soothing irritation, it won't cure the rash. It's important to wash the affected area with soap and water as soon as possible after exposure to poison oak for the best results. Consult a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment if a rash develops.
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Many people are switching to saltwater instead of chlorine because it is less harsh.
No, as long as he/she is not swallowing it or developing a rash, then he/she should be fine.
Swimming in pools is generally not harmful for poison ivy, as the chlorine in pool water can help reduce the presence of the oil that causes the allergic reaction. However, if you have an active poison ivy rash, swimming might cause irritation or discomfort. Additionally, if the rash is severe, it's best to avoid swimming to prevent spreading the oils to others. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.
Yes. The oil causing the rash might spread on the water surface and come in contact with your skin although after a short wile the water and pool chemicals will probably reduce the irritant so much that it will be unnoticeable.
No, saltwater and chlorine do not help with poison ivy. In fact, saltwater and chlorine may irritate the skin further and make the itching and rash worse. It is best to wash the affected area with water and soap, and apply calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream to help soothe the symptoms.
My son gets this type of rash. Sometimes very severely. I just saw a product called DermaSwin Pro taht I am going to try. The description says it prevents this type of rash. I hope it does.
Hot water does not effectively kill poison ivy on the skin. It is recommended to wash the affected area with soap and cool water to remove the oil from the plant that causes the rash.
Poison sumac can cause a severe allergic reaction in some individuals, resulting in symptoms such as rash, blisters, and difficulty breathing. While it can be very uncomfortable and potentially dangerous, it is rare for poison sumac to directly cause death in individuals who are otherwise healthy. If you come in contact with poison sumac and experience severe symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
allergic to chlorine or maybe water(slit allergen) or possibly just dirty water
Chlorine itself is a skin irritant, so you would expect it to worsen a rash of any type.
it depends how much chlorine it has. it can usually cause bigger problems, but if you mean a garden pool ( water from tap/ hose), then yes, it is safe and wont do the baby any harm.