POISON ivy !!!!!!?

cures for poison ivy ?????????

POISON ivy !!!!!!?
Try not to itch it of course.


Wash with Lye soap.


Use and Anti-itch gel made by Band Aid.


If it is on your face I would go to the Doctor ER or Clinic and get a shot for it. (Especially if you inhaled it from a burning log or fire)


I am very allergic to this and every time I know I have been in contact with it, I will come in and take off my clothes (make sure you wash these separately) and stand in the shower to wash the resin off of me. Do not rub your skin just stand there and let the water wash you first, then wash with the homemade lye soap. You can find this at craft malls or festivals.
Reply:DO NOT scratch!!! If it is a recent sting and you're sure its poison ivy and not poison oak or sumak... soak the affected area in vinegar (cider is best .. white works too).. let it airdry and then wash with very soapy (antibacterial is best) liquid soap .. soal with vinegar and airdry again .. and that oughta be the end of it .. unless you're allergic .. then .. see a doctor!
Reply:Hi Baby C





Here are some ideas to use.





Natural Cures





Flower Essences: Rescue Remedy Cream® applied topically, and Crab Apple added to pure filtered water can speed healing.





Herbs: Apply a poultice of equal parts of witch hazel, mugwort, white oak bark, and plantain to affected areas.





Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment. I suggest several at-home hydrotherapy treatments.


*Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy treatment. Remedies for Treating Chlorinated Bath Water offers clear instructions and recommendations.





Nutritional Supplementation: At the first sign of outbreak take the following nutrients to minimize symptoms: vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C, vitamin E, and zinc. Zinc oxide can also be applied topically.





Topical Treatment: Rinse affected area with apple cider vinegar, and in the evening take a warm bath with apple cider vinegar or cornstarch. Aloe vera gel, witch hazel, baking soda paste, or a paste of activated charcoal powder are also good topical treatments.





Best of health to you