First aid: Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac

If you develop the rash:

  • Cool showers may help
  • Calamine lotion may help on mild rashes

When to get immediate attention

In severe cases, or cases involving a significant amount of the face, see your doctor, who may prescribe oral steroids to decrease the swelling.

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