Poison Ivy, Oak, or Sumac

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think you need to be seen
  • Swelling is severe (e.g. the eyes are swollen shut).
  • Severe poison ivy reaction in the past
  • Severe itching interferes with normal activities (e.g. work or school) or prevents sleep
  • Rash involves more than one fourth of the body
  • Face, eyes, lips or genitals are involved
  • Big blisters or oozing sores

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