Poison Ivy is one of the worst things anyone should not encounter, hopefully never. Unfortunately, it does happen often enough, particularly in places where the plant grows abundantly. Poison ivy and many in the plant family it belongs to, the Family Anacardiaceae, produce an oily organic compound called urushiol. It is quite a potent toxin that can cause mild to severe allergic reactions -- … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Poison Ivy Rash and Live to Tell
Poison ivy is one of those pesky plants anyone wouldn’t want around. It is a potential health hazard that may critically affect anyone who has the misfortune of getting near it or parts of it. Most people already know why. Poison ivy is famous for causing allergic reactions often characterized by itchy, painful rashes. It is a plant belonging to the family Anacardiaceae. Those under the family, … [Read more...]
Burning Poison Ivy is Never Safe
Suffering from a difficulty in breathing, painful rashes, fever, nausea, vomiting, and swollen lymph nodes? Chances are, poison ivy is the culprit. Contrary to popular belief, simply coming in contact with poison ivy won’t necessarily affect anyone, not unless s/he is allergic to it. However, there are various ways an allergic person can be affected. One of these is through the inhalation of … [Read more...]
How to Wash Clothes Exposed to Poison Ivy, Poison Sumac, or Poison Oak
It's not funny if you know or you suspected you have come in contact with poison ivy either by accident or through an attempt at removing it. The oil in poison ivy, called urushiol, can get onto your skin and cause an allergic reaction resulting in an itchy rash, swelling, bumps and blistering. When you're hiking, camping, or in the woods, it's wise to wear long sleeves and pants to prevent direct … [Read more...]
Poison Ivy and Dogs: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Although it is not common, dogs can also get a certain reaction when they come in contact with poison ivy. If you love hiking or camping together with your dogs, remember to protect yourself as well as your dogs from the scourge of poison ivy. Dogs were seldom got an irritation from poison plant especially those with longer and thicker coats. It will most likely affect areas with minimal fur. … [Read more...]
How to Treat Poison Sumac Rash While on the Trail
An aspect of an outdoor adventure is the presence of potential dangers and risks. The trails are overgrown with forestation and most likely contain poison sumac plants and bushes. In fact, the trail varies difficulty and in the degree of conditioning and agility. So it is important to ensure safety! Minimize the risks by becoming knowledgeable in knowing where to go and what variables to … [Read more...]