PoisonIvy-SanetThread.txt http://www.ibiblio.org/ecolandtech/documents/PoisonIvy-SanetThread.txt Compilation of what's been posted so far in this thread: From: Owsley lucy <[log in to unmask]> - I use tea tree oil full strength out of the bottle. if you get it on blister within 15 minutes of an out break it will dry them up in under 15 minutes. If you put it on later than that it takes about 24 hours to clear it up. it stops the itching in seconds. Jewel weed as mentioned is also very good and I have several good stands emerging from the soil right now try to out compete the mint. From: Garth & Kim Travis <[log in to unmask]> - Dock is good as well. Really gets rid of the whole thing in about 10 minutes. Use the small, tender leaves and mush them with a morter and pestle, if you have one. Put the paste on and let it sit for 10 minutes, the poison ivy is gone. Since dock is a weed and a problem here, we use it for lots of dermatidal problems, it is great for that. From: Judy Moses <[log in to unmask]> - The poison ivy may have gone systemic in your body. Do see a doctor if it doesn't improve. My sister almost died from an odd reaction later in life. It even broke out in her throat. Some people after repeated exposures will suddenly react severely. From: John Perdew <[log in to unmask]> - Another good remedy for poison ivy (which I have used successfully) is called Tecnu, available over the counter at drug stores. It contains an ingredient that neutralizes the enzyme that causes itching and sores. It is best to use it as soon as possible after exposure (or before is even better!). From: "Lawrence F. London, Jr." <[log in to unmask]> - Here's what to do for it: aloe vera goldenseal powder jewelweed squeezed for its juice, pulp saved to mix with: macerated comfrey; add and mix together all of the above and make wet compresses out of it; put on PI rashes and wrap with gauze bandage. The jewelweed juice dries and creates a glossy layer on the skin, seals it off for healing, reduces the itching and oozing, speeds drying up and healing of the rash. From: "Lawrence F. London, Jr." <[log in to unmask]> - http://www.ibiblio.org/ecolandtech/rural-skills/health-safety-welfare/faqs/ [ ] poison-ivy.faq 20-Apr-1998 13:10 87K http://www.ibiblio.org/ecolandtech/rural-skills/health-safety-welfare/faqs/poison-ivy.faq [ ] poison-oak-ivy.distilled-wisdom 22-Jun-1994 23:27 51K http://www.ibiblio.org/ecolandtech/rural-skills/health-safety-welfare/faqs/poison-oak-ivy.distilled-wisdom [ ] poison-oak-ivy.faq 18-Apr-1995 22:29 34K http://www.ibiblio.org/ecolandtech/rural-skills/health-safety-welfare/faqs/poison-oak-ivy.faq From: William Evans <[log in to unmask]> - Before attacking a patch of PI to physically remove it, I would spray it down w/ a 10% solution of sudsy ammonia to counteract the acidic urushiol. Dressing up in a disposable tyvek jumpsuit is also highly advised, as well as spraying your boots and gloves ( before and after) w/ the ammonia solution. Tape around glove/sleeve, and boot/pants "interface". Nitrile disposable gloves under a set of leather gloves is also advised., as well as eye protection, and cover skin on your face, arms, hands, ankles/lower legs w/ "IVY BLOCK" before putting on protectinve clothing.