Holy crap! P. Oak (ivy & sumac also) is THE DEVIL!! I have had this crap (current at the tail end of a 9 day spell with it) at least once, to as many as many months per year, for the last 20 years. I work & play a lot in the woods. I've had severe cases... as-in 100% coverage to my body, as well as the current dose to my hands/wrists/waistline/genitals. The best thing that I have found, for temporary relief from the miserable itch, is SUUUUPER hot showers. Aside from that... it's steroid
@rage250 Sounds like you may need to adopt a daily wash with Tecnu to get that oil off before your rash starts. Visit our site at teclabs.com, go to contact us, and we can send you samples to try.
the absolute best thing to treat a poison ivy rash is the steroid prednisone, go to a doctor and get a prescription for it. i have a couple times and it completely clears up the rash in less than a week, nothing will work faster or better than this.
@plumcrazypurp Many people try to avoid prescription steroids unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will advise when such measures are needed. And if you know how to identify and clean the oil off your skin before an outbreak you can possibly avoid having to go through a misery of a rash.
@thunderhead79 Yes, urushiol in the amount that can fit on the tip of a pin can start a full blown rash - depending on how sensitive you are of course.
I've had poison oak 3x in my life and just recently, like around 3 months ago. All of which were serious cases. I broke out almost entirely of my body, including my genitals. I used Zanfel which worked okay, but the best system I used to deal with the god awful feeling was 3 to 4 scolding hot showers a day. I'm serious. You see, every time you take a scolding shower it peaks the itch to euphoric levels where when you're done, the itch completely stops for hours on end. Repeat when necessary.
@LesiureBoy Some people find that Zanfel can be a costly solution. There are other options available and different tactics work for different people depending on their skin's sensitivity. However, I'm glad you found a solution that works well for you...
i got a questions. i have a tiny rash on my arm that took about 15 hours for just a tiny rash. it aint no more then a inch half inch long. could it be from poison ivy. cause i picked up some limbs. but the rash doesnt inch as bad as poison ivy. anyone know might what it is???
@iceimprange We can't diagnose your rash, but if you are unsure it is best to see a medical professional. You may even want to try a pharmacist, they may be able to help.
A weed whacker will spread the urushiol all around, including your pants and shoes. It is not only in the leaves, but the stems, stalk and roots as well. Besides, it would just grow back anyway. Using gloves to pull out the plant with the roots, or using an herbicide is the best way to get rid of it.
@BumbleBee14444 They are equal as they contain the same rash-causing irritant, urushiol. The rash you get is your body's response to this oily substance contained in all areas of the plant whether it is poison oak, ivy or sumac.
@AllNewYork11 I'm sure it is not uncommon for vines to wrap around trees in that manner. Poison ivy also can grow wrapped around a tree in that manner. Poison ivy will have leaflets of three so check to see if the leaves are in groups of three on the vine. If they are not, then that would not be poison ivy.
I just swiped my arm against some poison ivy yesterday, about 24 hours ago. I washed it immediately after with some cold water from a mountain stream, however I had no rubbing alcohol at hand. The rash didn't get any bigger and its not as visible anymore, but there is still minor redness. Is it pretty much over or is the worst yet to come?
poison oak is powerful WOW!!!!!!!!!! I JUST GOT it a week ago now its spreading everywhere and going on to the next week this stuff is not to be played with
our experience is to use soap and water immediately. then rub with tecnu. be careful tecnu may burn your skin. never use hydro cortisone cream which cause potential skin hardening later on. my son ended with surgery 10 months later because he could not urinate but only dripping the urine. It's horrible for a 10 years old. Some physicians have no clues how to treat this kind of problem. now we have tecnu in the house all the time. problem.
The second most painful thing I have ever expereinced. Got it on on my arms and ankles, and it was horrible trying to sleep with that burning itching sensation. Cortizone helped with the itching. I'm looking at these videos so I never have to deal with that again. You don't know how bad it is until you actually experienced it.
Wow! I never seen this filthy plant before. Imagine all the inexperienced woodsman who wiped their arse with poison oak leaves and found a surprise 30 mins later. The plants should be renamed the "Devils pubes" or "3 leafed bitch" or something deadly like that.
I went to shear some sheep, and the owner complained that she could never get a shearer to return and shear the following year. I sheared 20 or 30 sheep and almost in passing she mentioned the sheep were being used to graze down the poison oak :(
My husband is a wildlife photographer, and often comes into contact with poison ivy. What a lot of people don't realize is even the vines on trees in middle of winter still have the oils in it. A wild plant called "Jewelweed " can help give relief. break the stem and rub the oils into your skin. There are poison ivy creams that have the jewelweed oil in it. If you get a bad case of of the rash, start taking benadryl right away. It helps your body fight the reaction.
@zigg99 HAVING GOT POISON OAK 10 DAYS AGO I HAVE INVESTED IN VARIOUS PRODUCTS. TAKE COOLER SHOWERS HEAT IRRITATES IT. BUY IVY BLOCK NEXT TIME IVAREST IS A POISION IVY CLEASNING FOAM CAN CLEAN OBJECTS THAT CONTACTED IT TOO. TECNU IS A GOOD MEDICATED POSION IVY OAK SCRUB. IF YOU KNOW YOU TOUCHED IT WASH ASAP WITH THESE PRODCUTS OR SOAP AND WARM WATER IF NO PRODUCT AT THE TIME CLOSE BY. IF HIKING UE OVY BLOCK FOR SURE~ finale will kill the plant spray it heavy pluck few days later.
@combatvetlawstudent Original Tecnu Outdoor Skin Cleanser is great for removing urushiol oil from other objects such as tools, pet's fur, equipment, clothing, gloves, etc.. You can see how to use it at teclabs.com
if its gettin bad, take a shower and gently scrub until it kinda opens the wounds a little with a cheap body wash because it has alcahol in it...(its almost orgasmic it feels soo good) pat yourself dry, rub some baking soda paste all over it and let it dry(it will suck the bad stuff out) pat some vinegar(it stings a little) then rub a banana peel over it,,, it stops the itching and you can now sleep!!!... worked for me, poison oak freakin SUCKS!!! I only wish it upon my x wife...
@TecLabsMktg I did, it stopped the itch, but I wanted a faster cure. I tried many ways to treat it on different parts, for me that worked best, however it effects people differently... plus my was everything was common household items,,,
i rubbed my hands on poison oak today. i didnt think it was it but my sister insisted. come to find out looking at pictures it was poison oak. i havnt had any rash yet. i did wash my hands in a creek though. and its been like 8 hours since. haha its not too bad my mom is alergic though.
@monsterjamfreak1 The concern if you scratch it and it bleeds is a skin infection. You want to clean, cover and treat it like any other wound. We suggest using StaphAseptic First Aid Antiseptic Gel - it will kill the bacteria and relieve itching and pain.
@monsterjamfreak1 If you scratch and it bleeds, you don't have to worry about poison blood, but you do need to be careful to keep the wounds clean and covered to prevent infection. StaphAseptic is a great product to put on your abrasions if it bleeds.
Urushiol may take days to cause a reaction .. depending on the epidural thickness. This mimics 'spreading' .. it's not actually spreading .. it was already there it's just reacting now (and it could have been removed with the proper solvent). Scratching does not spread the rash. Interestingly, aluminum chlorhydrate acts to block the action of urushiol .. think Arrid Xtra-dry .. scientists are not exactly sure how or why .. but evidently it does act as a poison ivy preventative.
Yes, but it's a matter of getting the urushiol off before your body reacts to it. If you know you have been exposed, wash with a product like Tecnu to remove the urushiol before the rash begins. Tecnu will work for most people within 2-8 hours of exposure.
thanks, i'm gonna check it out. I'll probably order a bottle just to try and compare. Much Appreciated, thanks again. Oh yeah, i'm in Canada so im sure shipping this product here will be no problem but there are some funny new shipping regs.
Actually to buy Tecnu in Canada, the only available option is the 12 oz through Safecross First Aid 1 (800) 387-2339 in Toronto. We are working on that though!
We have lots of Poison Ivy here in Ontario and I get it once a year. This might sound odd but i've found if I see a rash or blisters I scratch it raw and pour Bleach on the area. I hurts a little but the rash and blisters are gone within a day or so. Alot of people here use this to cure it cause it seems to work.
How much does Tecnu cost ? Im not worried about dry or damaged skin as I work outdoors year round and cuts, scrapes and scars are a daily occurance. I just found bleach to be a really inexpensive cure that works fast and the scars from a bad case of Poison Ivy are far worse than what bleach does. It maybe a redneck cure but everyone has bleach handy in theyre home so i wouldn't have to make a trip to get a Specialized product..
Tecnu can cost from about $6.99 for a 4 oz up to about $22 for a 32 oz bottle. For someone who uses a lot, I suggest the 32 oz (best value) but it is only available online and in catalogs. Most drug stores carry the 4 oz or 12 oz size. You can see sizes and info at our website - click on "Tecnu" under "Products" in the left hand menu. Youtube won't let me post URL, so click on my ID for link to site
Poison Oak does not grow in Ontario, Nor does Poison Sumac. Poison Oak can be found on the Eastern and Western areas of Canada, but Poison Sumac is limited to the USA...I believe. Poison Ivy grows everywhere here.
I have poison oak right now im on day 4 and the itchy-ness has subsided thanks to Calamine topical suspension which i bought yesterday i wish i had bought it sooner. The best way to prevent poisons from getting into your skin is to use alot of sun screen before exposure. After exposure wash the area very throughly for about 2 min with Dawn or dish soap formulated for "Grease cutting". It will dry all of that out.
Holy crap! P. Oak (ivy & sumac also) is THE DEVIL!! I have had this crap (current at the tail end of a 9 day spell with it) at least once, to as many as many months per year, for the last 20 years. I work & play a lot in the woods. I've had severe cases... as-in 100% coverage to my body, as well as the current dose to my hands/wrists/waistline/genitals. The best thing that I have found, for temporary relief from the miserable itch, is SUUUUPER hot showers. Aside from that... it's steroid
rage250 2 weeks ago
@rage250 Sounds like you may need to adopt a daily wash with Tecnu to get that oil off before your rash starts. Visit our site at teclabs.com, go to contact us, and we can send you samples to try.
TecLabsMktg 2 weeks ago
they left out colorado. we have all three poison plants.
supertimcameron 3 weeks ago
That's in Albany!!!
tdubklein5 1 month ago
@tdubklein5 That is correct
TecLabsMktg 1 month ago
the absolute best thing to treat a poison ivy rash is the steroid prednisone, go to a doctor and get a prescription for it. i have a couple times and it completely clears up the rash in less than a week, nothing will work faster or better than this.
plumcrazypurp 2 months ago
@plumcrazypurp Many people try to avoid prescription steroids unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will advise when such measures are needed. And if you know how to identify and clean the oil off your skin before an outbreak you can possibly avoid having to go through a misery of a rash.
TecLabsMktg 2 months ago
can even the slightest rub against your skin get the resin?
thunderhead79 3 months ago
@thunderhead79 Yes, urushiol in the amount that can fit on the tip of a pin can start a full blown rash - depending on how sensitive you are of course.
TecLabsMktg 3 months ago
I've had poison oak 3x in my life and just recently, like around 3 months ago. All of which were serious cases. I broke out almost entirely of my body, including my genitals. I used Zanfel which worked okay, but the best system I used to deal with the god awful feeling was 3 to 4 scolding hot showers a day. I'm serious. You see, every time you take a scolding shower it peaks the itch to euphoric levels where when you're done, the itch completely stops for hours on end. Repeat when necessary.
LesiureBoy 4 months ago
@LesiureBoy Some people find that Zanfel can be a costly solution. There are other options available and different tactics work for different people depending on their skin's sensitivity. However, I'm glad you found a solution that works well for you...
TecLabsMktg 2 months ago
LOL!! | | |
prettygirlswagger56 4 months ago
I wish I saw this before I had to take a nature crap, and wiped my ass with poison oak.
Let's just say I don't even wish my WORST ENEMY what I had to go through. Most terrible week of my life.
Overfl00d 4 months ago
i got a questions. i have a tiny rash on my arm that took about 15 hours for just a tiny rash. it aint no more then a inch half inch long. could it be from poison ivy. cause i picked up some limbs. but the rash doesnt inch as bad as poison ivy. anyone know might what it is???
iceimprange 5 months ago
@iceimprange We can't diagnose your rash, but if you are unsure it is best to see a medical professional. You may even want to try a pharmacist, they may be able to help.
TecLabsMktg 5 months ago
If you encounter it grab a weed wacker! And destroy it!!
Goethewrote 6 months ago
@Goethewrote
A weed whacker will spread the urushiol all around, including your pants and shoes. It is not only in the leaves, but the stems, stalk and roots as well. Besides, it would just grow back anyway. Using gloves to pull out the plant with the roots, or using an herbicide is the best way to get rid of it.
Cooter7753 5 months ago
My little brother got posion ivy and did not get a rash
CRAZYxMONKEY1 6 months ago
which one is more harmful poison oak or poison ivy
BumbleBee14444 7 months ago
@BumbleBee14444 They are equal as they contain the same rash-causing irritant, urushiol. The rash you get is your body's response to this oily substance contained in all areas of the plant whether it is poison oak, ivy or sumac.
TecLabsMktg 7 months ago
WHERE WAS THIS BEFORE I GOT POSION OAK ??
BumbleBee14444 7 months ago
@AllNewYork11 I'm sure it is not uncommon for vines to wrap around trees in that manner. Poison ivy also can grow wrapped around a tree in that manner. Poison ivy will have leaflets of three so check to see if the leaves are in groups of three on the vine. If they are not, then that would not be poison ivy.
TecLabsMktg 7 months ago
I just swiped my arm against some poison ivy yesterday, about 24 hours ago. I washed it immediately after with some cold water from a mountain stream, however I had no rubbing alcohol at hand. The rash didn't get any bigger and its not as visible anymore, but there is still minor redness. Is it pretty much over or is the worst yet to come?
MrPhukface 8 months ago
@MrPhukface I would think if it's not spreading you are on the upswing. Sounds like you just need time for your body to finish healing.
TecLabsMktg 8 months ago
I work in Emergency Medicine. I want to keep up w/ continuing education.
My sister's severely allergic to all those poisons. She had to go the Emergency Dept. for a simple case of poison ivy.
We're talking systemic infection status w/in 8 hours.
vickiormindyb 1 year ago
poison oak is powerful WOW!!!!!!!!!! I JUST GOT it a week ago now its spreading everywhere and going on to the next week this stuff is not to be played with
KiiNgofTheCastle 1 year ago
our experience is to use soap and water immediately. then rub with tecnu. be careful tecnu may burn your skin. never use hydro cortisone cream which cause potential skin hardening later on. my son ended with surgery 10 months later because he could not urinate but only dripping the urine. It's horrible for a 10 years old. Some physicians have no clues how to treat this kind of problem. now we have tecnu in the house all the time. problem.
marshawang 1 year ago
The second most painful thing I have ever expereinced. Got it on on my arms and ankles, and it was horrible trying to sleep with that burning itching sensation. Cortizone helped with the itching. I'm looking at these videos so I never have to deal with that again. You don't know how bad it is until you actually experienced it.
slicingwater 1 year ago
Wow! I never seen this filthy plant before. Imagine all the inexperienced woodsman who wiped their arse with poison oak leaves and found a surprise 30 mins later. The plants should be renamed the "Devils pubes" or "3 leafed bitch" or something deadly like that.
D33Lux 1 year ago
I went to shear some sheep, and the owner complained that she could never get a shearer to return and shear the following year. I sheared 20 or 30 sheep and almost in passing she mentioned the sheep were being used to graze down the poison oak :(
charkee1 1 year ago
My husband is a wildlife photographer, and often comes into contact with poison ivy. What a lot of people don't realize is even the vines on trees in middle of winter still have the oils in it. A wild plant called "Jewelweed " can help give relief. break the stem and rub the oils into your skin. There are poison ivy creams that have the jewelweed oil in it. If you get a bad case of of the rash, start taking benadryl right away. It helps your body fight the reaction.
zigg99 1 year ago
@zigg99 We recommend Tecnu Extreme for your rash. It will remove the rash causing oil and stop the itching all in one step
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
@zigg99 HAVING GOT POISON OAK 10 DAYS AGO I HAVE INVESTED IN VARIOUS PRODUCTS. TAKE COOLER SHOWERS HEAT IRRITATES IT. BUY IVY BLOCK NEXT TIME IVAREST IS A POISION IVY CLEASNING FOAM CAN CLEAN OBJECTS THAT CONTACTED IT TOO. TECNU IS A GOOD MEDICATED POSION IVY OAK SCRUB. IF YOU KNOW YOU TOUCHED IT WASH ASAP WITH THESE PRODCUTS OR SOAP AND WARM WATER IF NO PRODUCT AT THE TIME CLOSE BY. IF HIKING UE OVY BLOCK FOR SURE~ finale will kill the plant spray it heavy pluck few days later.
combatvetlawstudent 1 year ago
@combatvetlawstudent Original Tecnu Outdoor Skin Cleanser is great for removing urushiol oil from other objects such as tools, pet's fur, equipment, clothing, gloves, etc.. You can see how to use it at teclabs.com
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
if its gettin bad, take a shower and gently scrub until it kinda opens the wounds a little with a cheap body wash because it has alcahol in it...(its almost orgasmic it feels soo good) pat yourself dry, rub some baking soda paste all over it and let it dry(it will suck the bad stuff out) pat some vinegar(it stings a little) then rub a banana peel over it,,, it stops the itching and you can now sleep!!!... worked for me, poison oak freakin SUCKS!!! I only wish it upon my x wife...
TheRob916 1 year ago
@TheRob916 Well you could do all of that or just use Tecnu Extreme and get instant relief.
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
@TecLabsMktg I did, it stopped the itch, but I wanted a faster cure. I tried many ways to treat it on different parts, for me that worked best, however it effects people differently... plus my was everything was common household items,,,
TheRob916 1 year ago
@TheRob916 Yes, everyone's immune system is different and it can take some people longer to heal
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
Tecnu seems to have work very well for me even after a week of not recognizing that I had actually caught it.
Khultan 1 year ago
i rubbed my hands on poison oak today. i didnt think it was it but my sister insisted. come to find out looking at pictures it was poison oak. i havnt had any rash yet. i did wash my hands in a creek though. and its been like 8 hours since. haha its not too bad my mom is alergic though.
fockya 1 year ago
Feels so good in Hot water if you have poison Ivy.
d789b 1 year ago
what happens if u scratch it and it kinda bleeds?cause im fucking scared now i hope i dont get poison blood!!! and how do i know i have it or not??
monsterjamfreak1 1 year ago
@monsterjamfreak1 The concern if you scratch it and it bleeds is a skin infection. You want to clean, cover and treat it like any other wound. We suggest using StaphAseptic First Aid Antiseptic Gel - it will kill the bacteria and relieve itching and pain.
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
@monsterjamfreak1 If you scratch and it bleeds, you don't have to worry about poison blood, but you do need to be careful to keep the wounds clean and covered to prevent infection. StaphAseptic is a great product to put on your abrasions if it bleeds.
TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
Awesome video, very informative.
FlinkyDink8 1 year ago
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TecLabsMktg 1 year ago
Urushiol may take days to cause a reaction .. depending on the epidural thickness. This mimics 'spreading' .. it's not actually spreading .. it was already there it's just reacting now (and it could have been removed with the proper solvent). Scratching does not spread the rash. Interestingly, aluminum chlorhydrate acts to block the action of urushiol .. think Arrid Xtra-dry .. scientists are not exactly sure how or why .. but evidently it does act as a poison ivy preventative.
PigsCanFly99 2 years ago
wow thanks for breaking it down
2boddah 2 years ago
Is there any way to take urushiol of with out iching?
TheLuxray09 2 years ago
Yes, but it's a matter of getting the urushiol off before your body reacts to it. If you know you have been exposed, wash with a product like Tecnu to remove the urushiol before the rash begins. Tecnu will work for most people within 2-8 hours of exposure.
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
YOU are going too just love poison ivy and poison oak.
tsuchi1000 2 years ago
Thanks for putting out this very useful film on You Tube.
It's a public service that you performed, most likely saving a lot of people from a lot of pain.
TiminPhoenix 2 years ago
You are most welcome!
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
thanks, i'm gonna check it out. I'll probably order a bottle just to try and compare. Much Appreciated, thanks again. Oh yeah, i'm in Canada so im sure shipping this product here will be no problem but there are some funny new shipping regs.
ChadLand011 2 years ago
Actually to buy Tecnu in Canada, the only available option is the 12 oz through Safecross First Aid 1 (800) 387-2339 in Toronto. We are working on that though!
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
We have lots of Poison Ivy here in Ontario and I get it once a year. This might sound odd but i've found if I see a rash or blisters I scratch it raw and pour Bleach on the area. I hurts a little but the rash and blisters are gone within a day or so. Alot of people here use this to cure it cause it seems to work.
ChadLand011 2 years ago
Bleach works but it is horrible to your skin causing tissue damage. Using a product like Tecnu prevents that kind of damage.
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
How much does Tecnu cost ? Im not worried about dry or damaged skin as I work outdoors year round and cuts, scrapes and scars are a daily occurance. I just found bleach to be a really inexpensive cure that works fast and the scars from a bad case of Poison Ivy are far worse than what bleach does. It maybe a redneck cure but everyone has bleach handy in theyre home so i wouldn't have to make a trip to get a Specialized product..
Thanx for the fast response.
ChadLand011 2 years ago
Tecnu can cost from about $6.99 for a 4 oz up to about $22 for a 32 oz bottle. For someone who uses a lot, I suggest the 32 oz (best value) but it is only available online and in catalogs. Most drug stores carry the 4 oz or 12 oz size. You can see sizes and info at our website - click on "Tecnu" under "Products" in the left hand menu. Youtube won't let me post URL, so click on my ID for link to site
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
Poison oak grows in the western side of Canada
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
Poison Oak does not grow in Ontario, Nor does Poison Sumac. Poison Oak can be found on the Eastern and Western areas of Canada, but Poison Sumac is limited to the USA...I believe. Poison Ivy grows everywhere here.
ironDsteele 2 years ago
Poison Oak DOES grow in Louisiana.....
ninjacatmagic 2 years ago
Eastern poison oak does grow in Louisiana, slightly different than the species on the west coast of the country
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
I have poison oak right now im on day 4 and the itchy-ness has subsided thanks to Calamine topical suspension which i bought yesterday i wish i had bought it sooner. The best way to prevent poisons from getting into your skin is to use alot of sun screen before exposure. After exposure wash the area very throughly for about 2 min with Dawn or dish soap formulated for "Grease cutting". It will dry all of that out.
ZeitIstKurtz 2 years ago
aaaahhhh!!!! I got poison oak today at least im not my friend when we were climbing a cliff and he grabbed a whole plant to help himself up! 0_0
itsame98 2 years ago
i just got poison ivy yesterday, :(
dk13492008 2 years ago
Then we need to get you some Tecnu Extreme
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
Are berries alway present?
RickM1953 2 years ago
No, the berries are not always on the plant
TecLabsMktg 2 years ago
i got this and it itched like crazy -
jellofuz100 2 years ago
how long does poison take to grow?
usually like 8 weeks, right?
AzzoFresh420 2 years ago
exelent document im very allergic to the poison ivy.
thank you.
whiteshark1607 3 years ago