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Yes, it is possible for some people to be immune to poison ivy. This immunity is usually due to a genetic variation that makes them less sensitive to the irritant in poison ivy called urushiol.

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Is It possible to become immune to poison ivy and If so how?

No.


How rare is it to be immune to poison ivy?

It is rare to be immune to poison ivy, as most people are sensitive to the plant's oil, causing an itchy rash. Only a small percentage of the population is naturally immune to poison ivy.


Are snakes immune to poison ivy?

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Why are some people immune to poison ivy?

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Are some people immune to poison ivy?

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Is poison ivy real poison?

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Who is Poison Ivy in Batman?

Poison Ivy is Dr. Lillian Isley. She is an enemy of Batman. Her lips are poisonous and she is immune to all poisons. Her best friend is Harley Quinn.


Are people immune to poison ivy, or can anyone develop a reaction to it?

Anyone can develop a reaction to poison ivy. There is no immunity to it, as the rash is caused by an allergic reaction to the plant's oil.


How does someone get a rash on there but?

sit on poison ivy...


If poison ivy gets on honeysuckles and you drink the honey will you get poison ivy?

No, you will not get poison ivy.


Can you get poison ivy from another person if they have washed their bodies?

It depends on if they cleaned really thoroughly. You can get it if you burn it or if someone with poison ivy touches a tool and you touch it after.


What is the tagalog of poison ivy?

poison ivy