The People's Perspective on MedicineArticles categorized as Poison Ivy Rash
Solutions to Stop Suffering from Poison Ivy
Consider washing up with Tecnu or Zanfel to keep from suffering from poison ivy. They remove the irritating oil from poison ivy, oak or sumac.
Can You Use Beer to Wash Off Poison Ivy?
A reader advocates using beer to wash off poison ivy oil. Dermatologists say what matters most is speed–get the resin off within 15 minutes or less.
How Aysa, an AI App, Helped a Mother with her Child’s Rash
Aysa, a new app for your tablet or smart phone, can help you determine what is wrong so you'll know whether you need to see the doctor.
Rediscovering How Hot Water for Itches Works for Hours
What do you do for mosquito bites or poison ivy? Ever heard of hot water for itches? It's an old home remedy and it goes back to at least the 1960s. We have an explanation for how it works.
Should You Worry About Scary Corticosteroid Side Effects?
Most people think that corticosteroid side effects occur only after long-term treatment. New research suggests that short-term therapy also poses a problem.
How to Soothe Poison Ivy Rash
Outdoor activities such as gardening or hiking may bring contact with poison ivy, oak or sumac. How can you manage a poison ivy rash?
Could Banana Peel Ease Rash from Poison Oak?
A cool banana peel applied to a rash from poison oak or poison ivy stops the itch and soothes the skin.
Rules for Relieving Poison Ivy Suffering
Prevention is primary, but some remedies can help in relieving poison ivy itch and misery.
Some Poison Ivy Remedies Make Itchy Skin Worse
Doctors report that few poison ivy remedies help very much. Diphenhydramine can make the rash itchier and even OTC cortisone is not effective.
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