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• Steps
• Advice
• Warning

Ivy poisoning, oak poisoning, and duotoxia can make your outdoor day a bad day. Contact with the toxic leaves, stems, and roots of these plants can cause a rash, itchy that lasts 1-3 weeks. While waiting is the only way for the rash to go away completely, there are many ways you can relieve the pain and itching associated with poisoning.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Immediate Skin Care

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   Take off and wash clothes. Take off your clothes and place them in a plastic bag (if possible). Wash clothing separately when exposed to poison ivy as soon as possible.

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   Apply alcohol to your skin. You can rub alcohol on your skin to dissolve the oil of poison ivy or poison oak. Since the poisonous oil can slowly seep into the skin, applying alcohol on it will help prevent the oil from spreading. This will not relieve the symptoms immediately, but will help prevent the poison from spreading. You can use over-the-counter cleaners like Tecnu or Zanfel.

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   Wash the contaminated area with cold water. Absolutely do not wash with warm or hot water because it will open the pores, causing toxins to seep into the skin. If possible, keep the affected area under cold running water for 10-15 minutes. If you are in the forest, you can wash yourself off with spring water.

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   Wash the contaminated skin thoroughly. No matter where you get poisoned, you must wash it off with water. If you touch the contaminated skin or if the poison gets in your hands, use a toothbrush to scrub underneath the nail, to prevent the toxic oil from sticking. Always remove the brush after use.
   • Use dishwashing liquid (the type that helps to remove grease) to wash off the rash. Since the toxin sticks to the skin in its oily form, using dishwashing liquid to remove grease will help prevent the rash from spreading.
   • If you use a towel to wipe yourself after washing the poison, wash it separately from the contaminated clothing immediately after using it.

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   Do not scratch the rash. Although the rash is not contagious, if you scratch it, it will tear the skin, allowing bacteria to enter the wound. Do not touch or squeeze a blister that appears on your skin, even if the blister is watery. If necessary, cut your nails and cover the rash.

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   Use a cold compress on the affected skin. Use a cold compress or a cold pack for 10-15 minutes. Do not apply ice directly to the skin; Always pack a cold pack or cold pack in a towel before applying it to your skin. If the rash becomes wet, let it air dry instead of wiping it with a towel. advertisement

Method 2 of 3: Treatment of Itching due to Poisoning

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   Apply a water-based lotion or lotion. Calomine lotion, Casaicin cream or Hydrocortisone cream may help relieve itching. However, you should not apply it immediately after coming into contact with the poisonous plant as it will cause the oil to spread. Should be applied a few hours or days after the itch appears.Capsaicin cream (commonly sold in pharmacies as a joint pain reliever) can initially burn but will help soothe the itch for hours.

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   Take an antihistamine. Antihistamines are drugs used to treat allergies. Because exposure to poison oak and poison ivy will cause an allergic reaction, taking antihistamines will help relieve symptoms. Antihistamines usually only soothe the symptoms of ivy poisoning, but if taken before bed, the anti-itch and drowsy effects of the drug will give you a little rest. You should only use oral antihistamines, do not apply to the toxic skin because it will make the rash worse.

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   Take an oatmeal bath. Take a bath with oatmeal or soak in Aluminum Acetate salt. If you do not want to waste time buying medicine, you can use a blender 1 cup of oatmeal and then put it in warm water to shower. Do not take a bath that is too hot, especially right after being exposed to a poison, as hot water will open your pores.

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   Apply water cooked from chestnuts. Break chestnuts and add to boil water. Strain the seed to get water, let it cool, then use a cotton ball to dab and apply it on the rash. Although not studied, this method has been shown to reduce the itchy rash caused by ivy poisoning.

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   Apply aloe vera. Aloe vera is a cactus-like plant. Aloe vera leaves secrete a gel with a cooling effect. You can separate aloe vera gel yourself and apply it directly to the rash or use a bottled gel. If you buy a bottled gel from the store, make sure it contains 90% of the aloe vera essence.

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   Wash the rash with apple cider vinegar. You can use apple cider vinegar to heal damage from exposure to poison ivy more quickly. Use a cotton ball to absorb apple cider vinegar and rub it gently on the rash or mix apple cider vinegar with water in a 1: 1 ratio to wash the area.

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   Use baking soda. Mix a mixture of baking soda and water in a 3: 1 ratio. Apply the mixture to the affected area to clear the blisters. Allow the baking soda mixture to dry or crack. Reapply every few hours for best results.

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   Use dairy products. If you are not allergic to milk, you can apply fermented dairy or yogurt to the rash. When dairy products are applied, the proteins will narrow the blisters.

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   Use tea to treat a rash. Fill the bathtub with water and add 12 bags of filtered tea. You should use chamomile tea as chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties. Soak in tea for about 20 minutes to relieve itching and discomfort. Or you can brew a strong tea and use a medicated cotton to soak the tea and apply it to the rash. Apply once every few hours.

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    Use frozen fruit peels. Apply a frozen watermelon or banana peel to the rash. The watermelon rind acts like a cold pack, and the watermelon juice will help dry the blisters. On the other hand, banana peel will help to cool down and soothe the rash.

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    Apply cold coffee. If you have extra concentrated coffee left over, use a coffee-dot makeup remover and apply it to the rash. Or you can make a new cup of coffee and let it cool in the refrigerator before applying it to your skin. Coffee contains chlorogenic acid - a natural anti-inflammatory. advertisement

Method 3 of 3: Preventing Contact with Poison Plants

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   Learn to recognize poisonous plants. Stay away from plants with the following characteristics:
   • Poison ivy has shiny 3-leaf clusters and red stalks. Plants grow like vines and often grow along riverbanks or lakeside.
     
     
   • Poison oak like a shrub and has a cluster of 3 leaves like poison ivy. Poison oak usually grows on the West Coast of the United States.
     
     
   • Poisonous poison is a woody shrub with 7-13 leaves that are symmetrical. Plants grow in abundance along the Mississippi River.
     
     

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   Bathe your pet if he comes into contact with poisonous plants. Pets are not usually sensitive to ivy or poison oak. However, the poisonous oils from plants can stick to their feathers and cause an allergic reaction in the person holding them. Use shampoo for pets and wear rubber gloves when bathing them.

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   Bring precautions. If you go hiking or camping where poison ivy is grown, bring plenty of bottles of cold water and rubbing alcohol. Applying cold water and rubbing alcohol immediately after contact with poisonous plants will help prevent the spread of toxins and great pain relief.

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   Wear the right clothes when you prepare to enter areas where there may be ivy or poison oak. Wear long sleeves, pants, and socks. Make sure you wear open-toed shoes, and always wear replacement clothing if you run into trouble. advertisement

Advice

• Do not burn poison ivy. When burning the plant, the poison oil will evaporate and be dangerous if you inhale it because it causes red, itchy spots on the lung tissue and can lead to respiratory failure in severe cases.
• If your child gets poisoned from ivy, oak or sumac, keep their nails short to minimize skin damage caused by scratching.
• Wash clothes, wash utensils and bathe your pet. Poison ivy and poison oak can last a long time on clothes, utensils, and pets. If not cleaned properly, the residual sap will cause an allergic reaction when it comes into contact with the skin.
• Spray deodorant on your hands and feet before going outside. Deodorant will help tighten pores so that the oil from the poisonous plant cannot seep into the skin.
• Ivy and poison oak are related to the mango tree. People with a history of dermatitis caused by ivy or oak poisoning also often get a rash on the hands, feet or the corner of the mouth if they come into contact with mango peel or resin when picked or eaten. If you have a history of hives caused by poison ivy or oak, ask someone else to pick and peel the mango. This way you can enjoy the deliciousness of the mango without the red, itchy rash.
• Get rid of ivy, poison oak from the garden by hoeing if the tree is small or cutting off the base if the tree is large. You can spray an herbicide containing glyphosate or triclopyr (not recommended). Always wear long sleeves and gloves when handling poison plants.
• You can buy Oral Ivy pills at pharmacies near you. Mix the medicine with water to drink. The drug has no taste and is very fast. If taken before exposure to a poison, it will help prevent a rash. If taken after having a rash, it will reduce the itchiness and help the skin heal faster.
• You can apply Caladryl lotion to treat ivy poisoning.
• Always wear gloves when gardening to avoid contact with ivy, oak and poison sumac.
• Do not soak in the tub after coming into contact with plant oils. The oil floats on the water and will cause the rash to spread.

Warning

• Absolutely not burn ivy, oak or poison sumac. The sap can mix in smoke and cause allergic reactions in anyone who inhales.
• If you have a rash in your eyes, mouth, nose, "private area", or a rash that spreads more than 1/4 of your body, you should see your doctor for advice. Also, see your doctor if your rash does not go away, gets worse, or is preventing you from sleeping. Your doctor will prescribe corticosteroid anti-inflammatory drugs to help relieve itching.
• Call emergency help (115) if you experience difficulty breathing or severe swelling. You should get emergency medical attention if you are exposed to smoke when burning poisonous plants.
• If you have a fever above 38 degrees Celsius, have yellow or pus scabs on your skin, or feel pain in the affected area, see your doctor to prevent infection.