First Aid For Poison Ivy
All you need to know about treating poison ivy
What is poison ivy?
Poison ivy is one of the most common plants that cause a skin rash. A sap from the plants causes the skin to irritate, and can even cause allergic reactions.
Signs & Symptoms
- bright red color
- severe itching or swelling
- blisters
- pus
- a burning feelings
Self Care & Treatment
- remove all clothes and shoes that have touched the plant
- wash your skin with soap and water
- apply rubbing alcohol to the affected skin parts
- use an over the counter product
- to not scratch or rub the rash
Citations
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"Cortizone 10 Poison Ivy Relief Pads." Mother Earth News. Mother Earth News, n.d. Web. 21 Apr. 2015.
"POISONOUS PLANTS." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 21 July 2014. Web. 21 Apr. 2015.