Poison Ivy Symptoms, Remedies and More

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  • 1. 1. 'Poisonous Plants - Geographic Distribution.' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 June 2018, www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/plants/geographic.html
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Does the Poison Ivy Rash Spread?

The poison ivy rash doesn't spread, and the fluid from the blisters doesn't cause new rash outbreaks if it comes into contact with other areas of the skin. The rash only develops in areas of the skin that come in direct contact with the urushiol oil.

If the rash appears to be spreading, it's likely that area of the skin was exposed to the oil and the rash is taking more time to develop.

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