Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac injury
Alternative names:
ivy - poison; oak - poison; poison ivy dermatitis; poison
oak dermatitis; poison sumac dermatitis; sumac - poison
Symptoms:
- Redness and extreme itching
are the first signs
- Rash erupts on areas
that were exposed to the oils and is often in the pattern
of streaks or patches
consistent with where the plant touched the skin
- Rash is in the form of red pimples
and may form large, weeping blisters
- The worst stage of the rash is experienced four to seven
days after exposure
- The rash may last for one to two weeks
Symptoms usually appear within one to three days of exposure,
but may appear as late as three weeks later. Reactions can
vary from mild in some individuals to very severe in highly
sensitive individuals. Hospitalization is sometimes required.
Updated Date: 02/09/00
Updated By:J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director,
Utah Health Informatics and adam.com
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