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Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

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Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

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Feeling Sick? It Could be Poison Oak

Do you love the outdoors? Chances are, if you’ve spent any time outside in the wilderness, you’ve probably encountered poison oak. This plant is notorious for causing an irritating skin...

Feeling Sick? It Could be Poison Oak

Do you love the outdoors? Chances are, if you’ve spent any time outside in the wilderness, you’ve probably encountered poison oak. This plant is notorious for causing an irritating skin...

poison ivy vine growing on tree

Does Poison Ivy or Oak Have Thorns?

Poison ivy and poison oak are popular plants that cause an itchy, uncomfortable skin irritation and rash. The toxic oil on these plants is responsible for the painful skin reaction,...

Does Poison Ivy or Oak Have Thorns?

Poison ivy and poison oak are popular plants that cause an itchy, uncomfortable skin irritation and rash. The toxic oil on these plants is responsible for the painful skin reaction,...

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Should I cover poison ivy when sleeping?

You did your best and made sure to be as vigilant as possible. But even with that, you brushed against a poison ivy leaf hiding in the tall grass. You...

Should I cover poison ivy when sleeping?

You did your best and made sure to be as vigilant as possible. But even with that, you brushed against a poison ivy leaf hiding in the tall grass. You...

Woman removing poison ivy oil with Tecnu Detox Wipes

How Quickly Must Poison Ivy Oil be Removed To Avoid a Rash?

If you’ve ever experienced it, you know that a poison ivy rash is never pleasant, and any steps you can take to reduce or, even better, completely avoid the infamous...

How Quickly Must Poison Ivy Oil be Removed To Avoid a Rash?

If you’ve ever experienced it, you know that a poison ivy rash is never pleasant, and any steps you can take to reduce or, even better, completely avoid the infamous...