Skip navigation

Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac

If you spend time outdoors, chances are you have been bothered by poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac at some point. Most people are sensitive to the plants' oily sap. The sap is in the root, stems, leaves and fruit of these plants. If it gets on your skin, it causes a blistering skin rash. The rash can range from mild to severe, depending on how much sap gets on your skin and how sensitive you are to it. Problems can also happen if the plants are burned. Airborne sap-coated soot can get into the eyes, nose, throat and respiratory system.

The best way to avoid the rash is to learn what the plants look like and stay away from them. If you come into contact with the plants, wash your skin and clothing right away. If you develop a rash, ask your pharmacist about over-the-counter medicines. For severe rashes, see your doctor.

(Read more)

Results 1 - 10 of 22 for Toxicodendron dermatitis
  1. Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac (National Library of Medicine)  
    If you spend time outdoors, chances are you have been bothered by poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac at some point. Most people are sensitive to the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/poisonivyoakandsumac.html - Health Topics
  2. Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac (VisualDX)  
    Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac/Images ... Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
    https://skinsight.com/.../?Imiw9cApl=1 - External Health Links
  3. Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac: What Should I Do if I Touch a Plant? (American Academy of Dermatology)  
    ... on how to act fast if you touch poison ivy, oak, and sumac. ... Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac/Start Here ... Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
    https://www.aad.org/.../itchy-skin/poison-ivy/touch-plant?NoAds - External Health Links
  4. Poison ivy - oak - sumac rash 
    Poison ivy, oak, and sumac are plants that commonly cause an allergic skin reaction. This is also called an allergic contact ... a rash. Other steps include: Learn to identify poison ivy, oak, and sumac. Teach children to identify them as soon as ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000027.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Poison ivy - oak - sumac 
    American Academy of Dermatology Association website. Poison ivy, oak, and sumac: how to treat the rash. www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/itchy-skin/poison-ivy/treat-rash . Accessed December 4, 2023. Buttaravoli ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002886.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Poisonous Plants and Work (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)  
    Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac/Start Here ... Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
    https://www.cdc.gov/.../outdoor-workers/about/poisonous-plants.html - External Health Links
  7. Blisters (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... blisters include: Burns Sunburn Frostbite Eczema Allergic reactions Poison ivy, oak, and sumac Autoimmune diseases such as pemphigus Epidermolysis bullosa, an ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/blisters.html - Health Topics
  8. Rash Evaluation: MedlinePlus Medical Test 
    ... System and Disorders Insect Bites and Stings Itching Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac Psoriasis Rashes Viral Infections Related Medical Tests Allergy ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/rash-evaluation - Medical Tests
  9. First Aid: Poison Ivy/Oak/Sumac (Nemours Foundation)  
    Mild rashes from poison ivy, oak, and sumac plants can be treated at home. But get medical care for severe and widespread rashes.
    https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/poison-ivy-sheet.html - External Health Links
  10. Poison Ivy (American Academy of Family Physicians)  
    Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac/Start Here ... Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac
    https://familydoctor.org/condition/poison-ivy/?adfree=true - External Health Links
previous · 1 · 2 · next