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The Dangers of Poison Ivy and How to Prevent a Reaction
TLDR Poison ivy contains a chemical compound called urushiol that can cause a red, itchy rash when it comes into contact with the skin. The rash is not contagious, but the compound can remain potent for years, so it's important to wash the affected area and remove any clothing that has come into contact with the plant to prevent a reaction.
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The hosts of the podcast are announcing that they are moving to a new office space in Atlanta called Ponce City Market.
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The host thought he was immune to poison ivy, but after coming into contact with it, he realized he was not.
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Urushiol, the chemical compound found in poison ivy, is what causes the red itchy rash, and it can stay potent for years even after the plant dies.
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Even after poison ivy is killed and chopped up, it still contains the active ingredient that causes the rash, and it can be found in clusters along the ground or climbing, with smooth leaves that may have serrated edges and change color seasonally.
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When poison ivy comes into contact with your skin, it causes a mistaken immune response that results in a rash, similar to an allergic reaction.
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When poison ivy comes into contact with your skin, it causes a mistaken immune response that results in a rash, similar to an allergic reaction, because the compound in poison ivy is easily absorbed by the skin and metabolized by the body, which triggers an immune response that damages the tissue and causes inflammation.
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The poison ivy rash itself is not contagious, but if the compound is still on your body, you could spread it to others.
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If you come into contact with poison ivy, it's important to act quickly by washing the affected area with cold water and removing any clothing that has come into contact with the plant, as well as using isopropyl alcohol if available, to prevent a reaction.
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To prevent a reaction to poison ivy, you can use calamine lotion, baking soda paste, or an oatmeal bath, and you can also use a preventative like IV block to shield your skin from the plant's oils.
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