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How can I treat Poison Ivy?
Home » Climbing » Poison Ivy » How can I treat Poison Ivy?As soon as you notice contact with Poison Ivy, it is important that you treat it immediately. The quicker you treat it, the greater the odds of removing at least some of the urushiol before it soaks into your skin. The following are steps to take as soon as you notice that you have come in contact with Poison Ivy:
First, rinse off your skin immediately with water. Then, remove all clothes that have come in contact with the plant and wash them with soap and water. Finally, use a cotton ball to cleanse the affected areas of your skin with rubbing alcohol.
However, if a rash appears it will most likely be very itchy. However, try not to scratch. Although breaking the blisters won’t spread the rash, the bacteria under your skin can cause an infection that causes scars.
If you experience a lot of discomfort from the rash, try using a wet compress or soak the affected areas in water. There are also several over the counter medications that you can purchase to relieve the itching. You can also try products that soothe itching such as calamine lotion, baking soda paste (3 teaspoons baking soda and one teaspoon water), or an oatmeal bath.
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