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   What is poison ivy & Rhus dermatitis?

   • You may easily encounter poison ivy ( Toxicodendrom radicans ), or eastern poison ivy, when gardening, landscaping, hiking, or just enjoying the outdoors. Rhus dermatitis is characterized by small, red bumps that form in a straight line or streaks. Blisters, which are small bumps filled with fluid, may also form.

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   Can poison ivy rash be treated at home?

   • Medically, the rash is known as Rhus dermatitis. Treatment of poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac can be accomplished at home, usually without the assistance of a healthcare provider. Poison ivy treatment usually involves washing the area with soap and water and applying creams to help reduce inflammation and soothe itching.

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   Can essential oils help with poison ivy rash?

   • Be sure to dilute the essential oil in a lotion or oil so it does not irritate the sensitive skin. Several other essential oils, including calendula, chamomile, and eucalyptus may be helpful for reducing symptoms of poison ivy rash. Learn more about these oils and how to use them on irritated skin.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › poisonPoison ivy rash - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   May 15, 2024 · Poison ivy treatments usually involve self-care methods at home. And the rash typically goes away on its own in two to three weeks. If the rash is widespread or causes many blisters, your doctor may prescribe an oral corticosteroid, such as prednisone, to reduce swelling.

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   Mar 21, 2024 · In the United States, poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are among the most common causes of contact dermatitis. Medically, the rash is known as Rhus dermatitis. Treatment of poison ivy , poison oak, or poison sumac can be accomplished at home, usually without the assistance of a healthcare provider.

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4. www.aafp.org › pubs › afpDiagnosis and Management of Contact Dermatitis | AAFP

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   Aug 1, 2010 · A common cause of allergic contact dermatitis is exposure to urushiol, a substance in the sap of rhus plants (e.g., poison ivy, oak, sumac). Rhus plants often brush across the skin...

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   Urushiol-induced contact dermatitis (also called Toxicodendron dermatitis or Rhus dermatitis) is a type of allergic contact dermatitis caused by the oil urushiol found in various plants, most notably sumac family species of the genus Toxicodendron: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and the Chinese lacquer tree. [1]

   • Causes: urushiol contact

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6. www.verywellhealth.com › poison-ivy-poison-ivyPoison Ivy: Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis, and More

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   Mar 3, 2022 · Treatment. Prevention. Poison ivy is an itchy, blistering rash that occurs when one's skin comes in contact with the oil found on the leaves, stems, roots, and flowers of the poison ivy plant. A sticky chemical, urushiol oil, is quickly absorbed by the skin.

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   Mar 12, 2024 · Symptoms. Pictures. Diagnosis. Treatment. Home remedies. Is it contagious? Who can get it? Seasons and poison ivy. Where it grows. Pregnancy. Allergy. Complications. Prevention. When you brush...