Poison Ivy - Oak - Sumac

Home Care Advice - Steroid Cream
  • Steroid Cream
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  • Local Cold
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  • Antihistamines
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  • Avoid Scratching
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  • More Poison Ivy
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  • Contagiousness
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  • Expected Course
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  • Call Your Doctor If
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    Steroid Cream

    • Apply 1% hydrocortisone cream 4 times per day to reduce itching. Keep the cream in the refrigerator (Reason: It feels better if applied cold).

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