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redwitch

(15,102 posts)

13. Ugh! I'm so sorry!

Reply to Siwsan (Original post)

Tue Feb 6, 2024, 10:22 AM

Feb 2024

I am allergic to it and sumac and oak. I used to look like a cyclops every summer when I was young because I was forever brushing back my hair with my hands. Always ended up with it in one eye. Itchy, ugly and miserable. I have not had any problems in years for which I am grateful. I hope yours heal quickly!

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I'd best include a 'graphic warning'. Here's how my poison ivy rashes are, today [View all] Siwsan Jun 2023 OP

Maybe you could check FarPoint Jun 2023 #1

Agreed. While long term steroids have risks, a short 5-7 day... 3catwoman3 Jun 2023 #5

Take benedryl Casady1 Jun 2023 #2

I should keep some in my medicine cabinet Siwsan Jun 2023 #4

Just a tip, use a dry microfiber rag to wipe up after exposure then throw it away. flying_wahini Jun 2023 #3

I'm telling you-hot water. CommonHumanity Jun 2023 #6

I did try that and felt some relief but maybe I need to make it hotter. Siwsan Jun 2023 #7

The secret with hot water CommonHumanity Jul 2023 #8

I did run the water longer and it DID offer much more relief. Thanks!! Siwsan Jul 2023 #9

YAY!!!!! CommonHumanity Jul 2023 #10

Domeboro. Over the counter at pharmacies. blue neen Jul 2023 #11

I'm going to look for that, in case I get careless again. Siwsan Jul 2023 #12

Ugh! I'm so sorry! redwitch Feb 2024 #13