How can I prevent poison ivy from getting on me?

I am like a magnet for poison ivy. When ever I go in the woods or even in my backyard I always get a rash. I am going on a hike in a few days with my family in the woods. How can I prevent poison ivy from getting on me?

How can I prevent poison ivy from getting on me?
Most important, learn to identify the plant and avoid it. Wear long pants %26amp; sleeves, socks and cover as much as possible. Ivy Block helps wrists, etc.



Wash as soon as possible if you did (or might have touched the plant). Even plain water (stream, drinking fountain) is better than nothing. Fels Naptha bar soap is the classic wash, but any detergent will do to remove the oil.



Wash the clothing you wore asap, and wash your hands again after you put those clothes in the wash.



Anithistamines help a bit as does the sap of jewel weed. If a rash gets really nasty, run it under water almost hot enough to burn.



No, PI is not spread by scratching nor is it contagious.
Reply:wear clothing that gives you lots of coverage, long sleeve shirts and long pants, close toed shoes (with crew cut socks)....this prevents skin contact with the poision ivy. Also be aware of your surroundings and stay out of bushes and areas you can't thouroughly check for poision ivy.
Reply:When you go in the woods, try not to itch any part of your body that might come in contact with any leaves.

When you are done hiking, go straight to the shower and wash yourself. That way all the itchy stuff (whatever makes you itch from poison ivy) will get off of you!

Hope that this helps! Have Fun!!!!
Reply:You probably shouldn't go. I don't think you can stop it once it gets on you. I guess the only way to stop it is not get in it.

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