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Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac

Poison oak, poison ivy, and poison sumac are all plants that can cause painful and itchy reactions when they come in contact with skin.

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How do you treat poison ivy in vaginal area?

I will suggest you talk with your physician about this. Most commercial poison ivy medications are not intended for use on the mucus membranes (which the genitalia are), so you may need a prescription medication for the itch/rash.

How can you get rid on poison ivy on your vagina?

Although it's difficult to get on mucus glands, it is possible to get poison oak on your vulva. It's difficult, I believe, to get it internally. If you have a bad case, there will be a LOT of clear ooze coming from your vagina. Also, it will be very inflamed and swollen. If this should happen, see a dermatatologist. It will probably difficult for you to walk-you will notice it.

Does saltwater and chorline help poison ivy?

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.

Is Poison Oak dormant in the Winter months?

Yes, poison oak can be dormant in the winter months, as it is a deciduous plant that loses its leaves during this time. However, caution should still be taken as the plant can still cause a skin reaction even when dormant.

What helps poison ivy?

It will help the itch, but it usually takes about 9 days to completely heal. No matter what you use (from experience).

Zinc will probably be of little benefit. Once the blisters have formed, you can use Caladryl or Benadryl to help dry them out and relieve the itching, though Kenalog Spray seems to help them resolve faster.

Can you get sick from touching a leaf?

No you cannot get sick from touching a leaf the only possible way is if the leaf is moldy or is poison ivy because scientists state that leaves have nutrients and that touch them would only be good for you. Causing the skin cells on your skin to Obsorb the nutrients and make your skin healthy.

Source: I'm a doctor.

What is the best prescription cream for poison ivy rash?

over the counter calamine gel. not the lotion, use the gel cause the lotion runs too much. and also a bath in aveeno oatmeal bath powder helps soothe the itching, plus you smell delicious afterwards

Which vine is found in tropical America and contains poison that deters most creatures from eating its leaves?

The vine found in tropical America that contains poison to deter most creatures from eating its leaves is known as the "siratro vine" or "siratro plant" (Herrania imbricata). This plant produces a toxic compound known as rotenone, which acts as a natural defense mechanism against herbivores.

Is poison ivy a parasite?

No, poison ivy is not a parasite. It is a plant that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some people due to the oil it produces.

Can Benadryl help poison ivy in the mouth?

Benadryl can help reduce itching and inflammation caused by poison ivy when taken orally, but it is not specifically effective for treating poison ivy in the mouth. If poison ivy is ingested, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

What is the name for poison ivy in Hindi?

The Hindi name for poison ivy is "बिछू बूटी" (Bichhu booti).

Is poison ivy prokaryotic or eukaryotic?

eukaryotic as it is multicellular and like to eat other orgasm to develop itself the the other orgasms in a process called endosymbiosis

What are adaptations of poison ivy?

I am horribly allergic to poison ivy, I break out badly just from walking out to the porch, and I use Felznaptha laundry soap to clear it up. It is endourced by the boyscouts and, it is comeplety safe, you can rub anywhere on your body that you have poison ivy, I even used it on my eyelids.I am horribly allergic to poison ivy, I break out badly just from walking out to the porch, and I use Felznaptha laundry soap to clear it up. It is endourced by the boyscouts and, it is comeplety safe, you can rub anywhere on your body that you have poison ivy, I even used it on my eyelids.I am horribly allergic to poison ivy, I break out badly just from walking out to the porch, and I use Felznaptha laundry soap to clear it up. It is endourced by the boyscouts and, it is comeplety safe, you can rub anywhere on your body that you have poison ivy, I even used it on my eyelids.

Can poison ivy grow back after you cut it?

Yes, poison ivy can grow back after it has been cut. The roots can remain in the soil and regrow, so it's important to fully remove the plant, including the roots, to prevent regrowth. Additionally, contact with any remaining pieces of poison ivy can still cause a reaction, so proper disposal is essential.

Is it important not to burn plants with allergen type oils such as poison ivy and poison oak?

Yes, DO NOT BURN POISON IVY OR OAK because when the oil on the plants is being burned the smoke contains the oil. So when you touch or breathe in, you'll get poison ivy and end up in the emergency room.

Does poison oak grow in Paris France?

No, poison oak is typically found in North America, primarily in the western United States. It is not native to or commonly found in Paris, France.

Will taking doxycycline help your poison ivy?

Doxycycline, an antibiotic, is not typically used to treat poison ivy. The recommended treatments for poison ivy often include over-the-counter topical creams, antihistamines, and corticosteroids to help reduce itching and inflammation. It is best to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized treatment recommendations.

Is poison ivy vascular or nonvascular plant?

it is a vascular plant because it can grown bigger than most non vascular plants, which normally grow to 2 to 5 inches tall. non vascular plants asorb water directly through their cells, and that is why they are so small. so of course poison ivy is a vascular plant

How do you tell the difference between scabies and poison ivy?

There are quite a few easy ways to tell which is which:

  • Poison Oak forms blisters, that eventually leak a clear serus fluid. Scabies forms hard welts without blistering.
  • Poison Oak localizes on places on your body that touch the plant, and they stay there (although it may take a day or two for all the places you've touched to light up). Scabies on the other hand has a few choice locations, which include the front of the thighs, between the webs on your fingers, the groin area (which is rarely touched by poison oak for obvious reasons, one hopes).
  • Poison Oak itches all the time. Scabies colonies are dormant at some hours of the day and Very active at others. Evenings are when scabies is most active.
  • Most typically, you get poison oak out of doors, and most often not in winter. Scabies transfers from blankets, clothing or close physical contact, any time of year. If you've not been out of doors in a month, for instance, you'll know.
  • Poison Oak is usually well-reduced without treatment after 2-3 weeks. Scabies will consistently increase slowly, and needs treatment to go away.

And finally, a physician can take a small, painless skin scraping from a scabies welt, and identify the insects that cause it. These don't appear with poison oak lesions.

How can you make a poison ivy costume i?

First thing you should do is wear all green. Light green shirt and tight green pants or shorts. Then get braids of ivy and twirl it in your hair (fake or real). If you can dye hair red with strands of green mixed in.

What type of reproduction occurs with poison ivy sexual or asexual?

Poison ivy reproduces through both sexual and asexual reproduction. It can produce seeds through sexual reproduction, and it can also spread through underground stems, which is a form of asexual reproduction.

What infections attracts to your body from poison ivy?

Poison ivy does not cause any particular infections. It does however tend to cause significant allergic reactions in most people including rashes and blisters. The rashes and blisters can provide opportunities for infections if the rash is scratched enough to break the skin or if the blisters pop - again providing a break in the skin. Most bacterial infections of the skin are caused by two bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus and a form of Streptococcus but any time the skin is broken, it provides a greater opportunity for any type of organism or fungus to infect the skin.

How can you tell the difference between poison sumac and a young pecan tree?

From what I understand, Poison Sumac only grows in very wet areas such as bogs and wetlands. However common sumac looks very similar to a pecan. Eventually, the dense cluster of drupes (or sumac bobs) should give it away. As a extra note, I think the drupes are white on poison sumac.