Poison ivy rash is a rash that occurs when contacting poison ivy. The rash appears like patches, streaks, or red blisters. It is treated by oatmeal baths, applying cold compresses, and using steroid creams on the affected region.
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I have rashes below my waistline including the penis. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have rashes basically everywhere below the waistline. It started two days ago and have somewhat spread from the initial location (bug bite on the upper right thigh). There is some bruising around the initial location. I have been using Lotrimin and Cortizone cream but there is no effect... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The condition looks like poison ivy. There are few blisters evolving, it may go on for one to two weeks without treatment. Poison ivy usually requires oral Prednisone to keep it under control.... Read Full »
I have itchy skin growth in my wrist. Is it poison ivy or wart?
Query: Hello doctor, I have skin growth on my wrist, and I would like to know if it is poison ivy or a wart. It was initially itchy, but it is not now. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If it has appeared only for the last four days, it cannot be a wart. Warts are slow-growing lesions. The sudden onset and itchy lesion is more likely an irritant contact dermatitis to something (like poison ivy). The steroid cream should help with that. Read Full »
Severe poison ivy rash spread last week. Can Calamine help?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a medical student. I have severe poison ivy contact dermatitis. The rash started on my left arm and has spread over the last week. I have small papules that are all over my body but not on my face or genitals. Through the investigation I have done, I have been able to gather that I... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the reaction is in the spreading phase, you need a course of steroids orally. But taking a short course of steroids for only six days does not require tapering. Also, there will not be any rebound effect. I suggest you apply Betamethasone twice daily for 14 days. In ... Read Full »
Can you go swimming with poison ivy rashes?
Query: Hello doctor, I have poison ivy rashes on various parts of my body with no open blisters. Can I go swimming in a creek? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query, and I understand your concern. No, please do not go in this condition for swimming otherwise, it will spread to others. Poison oak and poison sumac are plants that can cause an itchy rash upon contact. A substance called urushiol, found in these ... Read Full »
I got a poison ivy rash on my penis. Is it safe to apply calamine lotion on it to stop itching?
Query: Hello doctor, While camping, I got a poison ivy rash on the head of my penis. Is it safe to apply calamine lotion on it to stop the itching? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below. 1. Clean the affected part of the penis with water for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove all plant remnants and wash effectively. 2. Apply a cold compress over the... Read Full »
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