A patient recently came into our dermatology clinic with a rash and a story similar to many others. He had been camping with friends a few days earlier and helped carry some logs to stoke the fire.

(Mass Appeal) – We’ve all heard the phrase “leaves of three let them be.” That of course is a reference to Poison Ivy and Poison Oak. But that isn’t the only plant species that can leave you feeling ...

Poison ivy has leaves in groups of three, a green or reddish tint, and a hairy vine. A poison ivy rash looks like small, red bumps that can sometimes progress into blisters. To avoid poison ivy, wear ...

Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) is the bane of every hiker in North Florida and beyond. Those savvy enough to avoid those leaflets of three that intertwine through trees and the ground along ...

Poison ivy might be a small plant, but it can cause big trouble—for both your yard and your skin. Its oily sap, called urushiol, is what triggers that itchy rash, and even a tiny amount can cause a ...

Spring officially arrived on March 20, but for many gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts, the real start of spring occurs the first time the telltale itching, skin rash and blistering appear after ...

You're working in your garden, pulling weeds and making sure everything looks pretty. A few hours later, while admiring your garden, you start to feel an itch on your arm and notice some red bumps. At ...

Patrick Kirby's been itchy a lot. The University of Southern Mississippi botany and ecology student is often out in nature and he's had poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac — more than once. "I've ...

It’s not a new phenomenon in Boise, but it always bears a yearly reminder: Keep an eye out for poison ivy in the Treasure Valley. The three-leaf plant, which causes an itchy red rash and blisters, is ...

Poison ivy is a plant that can be found throughout the United States. It’s often found in wooded areas. Along with plants like poison oak and poison sumac, poison ivy contains an oily sap that’s ...

It’s nearly summertime, but before you go outside to enjoy the warmer weather and get out your gardening tools, remember to keep your eye out for poison ivy. Poison ivy, which causes an allergic ...

Classic poison ivy rash symptoms include redness, itching, blisters, and swelling. The rash will likely go away after 1-3 weeks. Apple cider vinegar may also help reduce rash symptoms temporarily, but ...