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Suggest Treatment For Poison Ivy Infection

I just took my son to doctor yesterday he was diagnosed with poison ivy. Today the inside is a nickel size and a white ring around that then a red ring around that. His doctors nurse has not called me back do i need to worry and what to do. He is on a steriod.
Thu, 30 Dec 2021
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Hi,

In case of poison ivy, steroids like Cortisone cream or ointment can be applied for few days. Calamine lotion or creams containing menthol can be applied on your affected area. Oral antihistamines like cetirizine, loratadine or Fexofenadine may be taken to subside itching on the affected area. Soak the affected area in cool water mixed with 100 grams of baking soda. Wet compresses on the affected area for 15-30 minutes several times a day should be applied. Rashes caused by poison ivy are usually mild and persist for 5-12 days. But, in case of severe poison ivy infection, it may take up to 30 days.

Take care. Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician,
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Suggest Treatment For Poison Ivy Infection

Hi, In case of poison ivy, steroids like Cortisone cream or ointment can be applied for few days. Calamine lotion or creams containing menthol can be applied on your affected area. Oral antihistamines like cetirizine, loratadine or Fexofenadine may be taken to subside itching on the affected area. Soak the affected area in cool water mixed with 100 grams of baking soda. Wet compresses on the affected area for 15-30 minutes several times a day should be applied. Rashes caused by poison ivy are usually mild and persist for 5-12 days. But, in case of severe poison ivy infection, it may take up to 30 days. Take care. Hope I have answered your questions. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Zubayer Alam, General And Family Physician,