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Rash And Swollen Forearm Due To Poison Oak, Blisters Oozing Orange Liquid, Firm To Touch Forearm. Anything Serious?

hello, i have a rash on my right forearm from poison oak. it appeared 6 days ago. the blisters have been oozing for 3 days now non-stop. the fluid was clear up until a few hours ago. now the fluid is orange...like the color of an orange squash. my forearm has been swollen and very firm to the touch. is this all normal? thanks.
Wed, 22 May 2013
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Welcome to healthcare magic forum
Thank you for your question.'
I am Dr Gaurav Patel ,dermatologist.
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem
You have irritant contact dermatitis like lesion.
You need to apply topical antibiotic cream 3 times a day.
Avoid friction or rubbing over the skin.
Color of fluid will change to dark orange and it is natural.
For pain you can take analgesic medicine.
You should take anti histaminic medicine also.
If you feel no improvement ,better to consult dematologist.
I hope i answered your question.
Wish you speedy recovery.
Regards.
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Rash And Swollen Forearm Due To Poison Oak, Blisters Oozing Orange Liquid, Firm To Touch Forearm. Anything Serious?

Hello Welcome to healthcare magic forum Thank you for your question. I am Dr Gaurav Patel ,dermatologist. I understand your concern regarding your skin problem You have irritant contact dermatitis like lesion. You need to apply topical antibiotic cream 3 times a day. Avoid friction or rubbing over the skin. Color of fluid will change to dark orange and it is natural. For pain you can take analgesic medicine. You should take anti histaminic medicine also. If you feel no improvement ,better to consult dematologist. I hope i answered your question. Wish you speedy recovery. Regards.