If I'm struck by poison ivy, what should I do? Is there a way to suppress the itch?
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Have you tried Dock Leaves? They're well known as a way of soothing Nettle stings and might help. |
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Plantain weed not to be confused with the bannana like fruit.Crush the leaves and rub it on.It is usually growing on the edge of roadways or compacted trails. |
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Jewelweed should do the job, if you have it locally. It usually grows close to the poison ivy. |
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Benadryl cream works about as good as anything for me. |
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I believe ice can help. It's a local anesthetic, reduces swelling, and closes the pores, keeping the poison out. Of course, it can be hard to find ice.. |
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I use both cortisone and benedryl cream. One reduces swelling, the other reduces the allergic reaction. Make sure to only use water soluble creams! Petroleum based lotions will block the skin from naturally expunging the poison ivy oil. |
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