Take Care of Yourself by James F Fries

Author:James F Fries
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Health & Fitness / Healthy Living, Self-Help / General
Publisher: Da Capo Press
Published: 2017-08-08T04:00:00+00:00

Poison Ivy and Poison Oak

Poison ivy and poison oak need little introduction. The itching skin lesions that follow contact with the plant oil of these and other members of the Rhus plant category are the most common example of a larger category of skin problems known as contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis simply means that something that has touched the skin has caused the skin to react. An initial exposure is necessary to “sensitize” the person; a subsequent exposure will result in an allergic reaction if the plant oil remains in contact with skin for several hours. The resulting rash begins after a delay of 12 to 48 hours and persists for about two weeks.

You do not have to come into direct contact with plants to get poison ivy. The plant oil may be spread by pets, contaminated clothing, or the smoke from burning Rhus plants. It can occur during any season.

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