What Are the Treatments for Poison Ivy or Oak?
Poison ivy and poison oak are hearty, green plants found in most climates. Upon contact, oil from these plants penetrates the skin, causing an itchy, red rash with bumps or blisters that typically develops within 12 to 72 hours, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. The irritation usually clears within a few weeks, according to the Mayo Clinic; however, treatments are available to relieve the symptoms and discomfort caused by the rash.
