What does poison ivy look like and what kind of rash does it cause?
Poison ivy is a woody bush or plant that is characterized by each leaf being composed of three leaflets. Contact with urushiol, an oil contained in poison ivy plants, can cause an allergic contact dermatitis. This develops in 12-48 hours, and is very itchy, red and often blistered and linear. To prevent poison ivy, wear long pants and sleeves, and wash with warm soapy water if exposed. What is a port wine stain? A port wine stain is a vascular (blood vessel containing) birthmark of the skin, which produces a reddish-purplish discoloration of the skin. They are present at birth and most common on the face. They can sometimes be a sign of an underlying disorder, but are usually benign. Laser treatment can sometimes be helpful to lighten these birthmarks. What is a pyogenic granuloma? A pyogenic granuloma is a small reddish bump on the skin that bleeds easily because of a high concentration of blood vessels. These often occur on the site of prior injury or trauma. Pyogenic granulomas occa
