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Anonymous
LISTEN UP BUDDY
I also got a poison ivy rash. Don't use hot water, the rash is caused by urushiol oil (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urushiol-induced_contact_dermatitis), so using hot water opens up the pores and causes it to spread, even if it does relieve the itching. If the rash has already advanced to the point of blisters like in the picture, your best bet is to use a cortisol-thingy cream and ASK YOUR DOCTOR FOR PREDNISONE. Also read that wiki article.
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