Monday, November 16, 2009

Can Poison Ivy flowers be or imitate a "Cala Lily"? Is it considered a liliaceae?

Weeding my yard and found this lily "cala looking"all green and black spotted but the leaves beside the lilies were threesomes just the same size and exactly like the poison Ivy leaves. Can poison Ivy blossom as a lily?

Can Poison Ivy flowers be or imitate a "Cala Lily"? Is it considered a liliaceae?
Poison ivy most certainly does flower. This is the right time of year for it to do so.





But the flowers are very small in inconspicuous clusters and are well hidden among the leaves. They are pale green with pink-yellowish stamens. They are NOT shaped like a calla lily, although there are some arums that have similar colors as the poison ivy flower. Most arum flowers are much larger than the poison-ivy flower.
Reply:Poison ivy looks very different than callas:





calla - http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...





poison ivy - http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
Reply:Poison ivy sure does have flowers and berries (that birds, squirrels and deer eat). Check the site below to see if this looks like what you are seeing, but it doesn't SOUND like poison ivy.
Reply:Poison Ivy doesn't have flowers.


Vine or Ivy that doesn't destroy brick?

My house in Toronto has very old %26amp; weak brick. Is there any Ivy or vine that will grow in shade or not much sunlight %26amp; won't ruin the brick (as I understand ivy can have a substance that breaks down brick).

Vine or Ivy that doesn't destroy brick?
English Ivy does grow well on brick but it is the worse for breaking apart a brick wall. Its tendrils (not a chemical) work their way into cracks and then expand, breaking apart the mortar %26amp; brick. Try Boston Ivy. It only attaches to the brick's surface via hold fasts, not in the cracks with tendrils like English Ivy. Boston Ivy is the same Ivy growing on the outfield brick wall at Wrigley Park, home of the Chicago Cubs. 200 Boston Ivy plants where planted on that brick wall at Wrigley Field back in 1937 and the wall stands today untouched.
Reply:Either English Ivy or Swedish Ivy will grow well on brick. I once bought a brick home that had ivy growing on the brick when I bought it, but that was many years ago %26amp; I can't recall the name of the ivy. There was no evidence of the ivy breaking down the brick/mortar when I bought it.
Reply:The chemicals in the vines are not the issue. Vines and particularly ivy have very persistant and strong root tendrils.


They will exploit any small crack between the brick and the mortar. water gets in then freezes, causing cracks to widen and vines work in further.


Just like having ivey on oak or maple trees, it may look good but you are slowly killing the tree. Likewise with your brick. If you want to keep your house in as good condition and miantence free, keep the ivy and vines off the house. Period.
Reply:No. Eventually any type of ivy will wear the brick down. If you absolutely have to have it, consider installing a trellis next to the house so it grows on that instead of the brick. I had a 40 ft. neighbor's pine tree fall on my house because ivy grew all over the trunk and eventually killed the tree so that it could no longer support its own weight.


Regular english ivy will grow in sun or shade.
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I'mAllergic to poison Ivy and I get it bad?

I get poison Ivy fast but I can't tell its poison ivy until it's too late anyone have tips to tell ivy

I'mAllergic to poison Ivy and I get it bad?
There is a shot to prevent this now,,,Check with your doctor,,,Good Luck
Reply:I get it pretty bad...Hot Oatmeal poultice worked for me.
Reply:There is a lotion called Ivy Block (available at Wal Mart and drugstores) that worked for me;


Poison Ivy can be contracted by just riding in a car if the wind blows the oil on you (the oil is the culprit) so your best bet is to wear long sleeves and long pants if you must be near it, and use the Ivy Block on exposed areas of the skin. Hope this helps.
Reply:Go to the library %26amp; get a picture book of plants.
Reply:Well I do to but I havent in so long that Im starting to htink it sor tof went away. Zanthrax or soemthign is really good and it makes it go away really fast. Also take an oatmeal bath.

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Regarding ground ivy: can I ever get rid of it?

my neighbor has this type of ivy that grows along the ground everywhere (instead of grass they have ivy) and it creeps over into my yard. Its taking over my garden! whats the best way to get rid of this crap?!

Regarding ground ivy: can I ever get rid of it?
i have just cleared about a 1/4 acre of this awful weed from my property. i hate ivy too! it's dirty, ugly and hides rats and other awful rodents. there is only really one way to get rid of it and that's to pull it out at the root, and tear out the root system. there is no miracle spray. i still walk down the path and find small leaves trying to come out!! you will also get rid of a lot of rats and a snake or 2 (depending where you live.)
Reply:Pull it up by the roots. Continue with this until it goes away finally. good luck.


Effects on ivy on concrete walls?

over a time period of decades, would it be possible for ivy to seriously damage concrete walls? i'm asking because we plan to let ivy cover the outside of our house for insulation against the harsh afternoon sun. would this be a good idea?





thanks!

Effects on ivy on concrete walls?
I don't think so. They may leave some residue or block the sun from fading it a bit (UV fading) but nothing a big power washer could take off.





Ivy walls I think = nice!
Reply:Ivy is a nasty climber in that it strips cement out of the mortice joints, rips paint off walls, penetrates timber and climbs into wall cavities and roof spaces.


It may look good, but the damage it does to your house is not worth it.
Reply:Here's what happens when ivy covers a wall. The little claws that the ivy has make just the tiniest hole in the concrete. That hole gets water in it in the winter when it rains or snows. Then the water freezes and the hole gets bigger. Multiply this times thousands of tiny holes getting bigger each year each freeze and you can see what problems can happen. So, no I would not cover a concrete wall with ivy.
Reply:Bad idea unless you want mold, mildew, bugs. When you decide to remove it, the stucco goes with it.
Reply:We had a concrete wall completely get mangled by an old ivy. The pond lady is right, as the ivy grows, it gets into the mortar joints of the wall and lifts up the concrete block. This is actullay over a period of 30-40 years so I wouldn't really worry about it too much.


Does poison ivy spread if you scratch it?

it always seems like it starts with just a little bit of poison ivy and then I scratch and it starts getting all over. So I wander if it spreads when you scratch and then scratch another part of your body that doesn't have poison ivy

Does poison ivy spread if you scratch it?
you are so correct
Reply:I'm sure that when you scratch it, the "posion" spreads onto your fingers, and then the other areas of your body that you toch afterwards.
Reply:Yes. Do not Scratch it.
Reply:YES! My friend has it and he keeps scratching it. Everyday you can tell that from him scratching it, it gets worse. I advise you not to scratch!
Reply:like you would not believe, yes if you have those tiny water blisters and the goo gets spread all over you . then poof your covered
Reply:The oil from the plant causes it. So strong even spreads from affected cloth to skin. Also the oil can lasts up to month. If already touched, it's too late, but at least wash wish soap many many times. Don't burn ivy either. Airborn.
Reply:Actually I typed your exact question into google and pulled this site up. http://www.umm.edu/dermatology-info/pois...


In the Did you know? box it says that you can't spread from scratching it. But just to keep it from getting infected and possibly leaving scars, don't scratch.
Reply:Bruce Lee and dhouston have given answers that are correct. The other ones that are already here are incorrect. dhouston Googled the same question and got that great answer.





This question is very common here and there are a lot of good answers to when it was asked the other times. Do a search and you will find a lot of information. Just don't believe the ones who say yes, they are wrong. When you search on the medical sites, you will see who is right and who is wrong. The facts are very clear.


Columbia College is an ivy league school but what about the fu fondation is it also IVY?

Columbia consists of TWO MAIN PROGRAMS


#1 Columbia College


#2 The Fu Foundation





I ALREADY KNOW THAT THE COLUMBIA COLLEGE IS AN IVY LEAGUE PROGRAM





BUT WHAT ABOUT THE FU FONDATION IS ALSO PART OF THE IVY LEAGUE

Columbia College is an ivy league school but what about the fu fondation is it also IVY?
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Is going ivy a mistake?

i got into an ivy league school, felt it was the biggest accomplishment of my life, but now i don't know whether or not it was a big mistake. i can't get out of it because it's binding admission and now everywhere i look there are articles saying that ivy league graduates are snobs and losers. is it just a waste of time and money? will it even benefit my future? am i better off there than i would be at a state school near my family? my parents support me but they just like the bragging rights. i want to know whether or not i did the right thing

Is going ivy a mistake?
That decision is different for each person. My experience at Harvard was not one in which I met a bunch of snobs and losers, any more than any place else I have gone (med school, job market). On the contrary, I felt I had opportunities there to meet people that I might not be able to meet anywhere else.





You have probably figured out that a great education is available many places. It also costs less in some places. On the other hand, financial aid was great at Harvard (it cost me less than Ohio State). Benefit your future? It depends. It certainly stands out on a resume. That only matters depending on your field. It probably helped me get in to med school. It has also helped separate my applications at least enough to get them noticed (a difficult task at times).





A waste of time? That's up to you. "Make your lives extraordinary" What you do in college is up to you, within reason. It is one of the last times in your life you have so much freedom with so little responsibility. Suck the marrow out life while you are there. Can you do that at a local community college? Sure. It can be more challenging, though, if the resources and options are not there.





Did you do the right thing? Now there's the question. Are you fulfilled, or at least see a path toward fulfillment? Not are you happy...that is ephemeral at best. But does your school now allow you any avenue to embrace who you are? If not - leave and go elsewhere. If so, it's not bad to have IVY attached to you.
Reply:If you like the sheltered living then go ahead. I much prefer getting out in the real world with the majority of the population I will end up working with anyway. Besides that I don't suffer from an inflated ego, so a CSU and maybe Cal Berkeley as a graduate afterwards is more than fine with me.





If you go to an ivy league enter as a graduate. Less costly is the obvious decision when factoring in colleges.





Also it matters not what school you attend. Even the road scholars that attend ivy league schools know that all that matters is what you spend doing while attending. Those extra trips to the library is what makes you smart, picking up a book, basically going the proverbial 'extra mile'.





$9,000+ on tuition and various other costs associated per semester is a waste if you ask me. You can get the same anywhere else and probably a lot closer to home for less than $3,000 per semester
Reply:If you're relying on articles to give you an impression of the school, I'm guessing you haven't already visited, or didn't get enough exposure to the students while you were there. Either way, go take care of that ASAP once college is back in session. The benefits in terms of general education and prestige are indisputable, but only you can determine whether it's a good fit for you socially and in terms of what you want to study. (Ideally, you would have done that before applying, even if it meant waiting until the regular period, but I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and keep my fingers crossed for you that these are just jitters.)





Oh, and congratulations! You should be proud. Just remember, you've got a lot of life accomplishments to go - and if you were talented enough to get in, this is only the beginning regardless of what you end up doing in the long run.
Reply:You shouldn't be so concerned about what some article says, obviously there are some graduates who are snobs, but of course not all. Stereotypes and generalizations are simply idiotic.If you take full advantage of it, yes, an Ivy League education will benefit your future, they are all very good schools.





And I don't know where the person above me got the figure $90,000 per semester for tuition. The most expensive schools cost around $25,000 per semester including tuition, board, etc.


How much harder are IVY league universities from AVERAGE universities?

Is it honestly significantly harder to score better grades just because it's an ivy league or are average universities such as state schools and the like reasonably just as difficult?





is it just propaganda that ivy leagues are genius universities? i'm not negating the reality that you will find more highly intellectual individuals at ivy leagues, but realistically, do you agree that they're overrated?

How much harder are IVY league universities from AVERAGE universities?
No; it is harder to gain admission, but the classes at an Ivy vs. a very good state school (UIUC, UCLA, UGA, UIndiana, Michigan, etc, etc, etc) are not very different.





To make this a religious answer, a dead Jewish guy told this to me.
Reply:idk
Reply:Only difference, peoples attitudes!!!
Reply:They are harder to get into -- but not necessarily harder to get good grades once you get in.
Reply:They're NOT overrated. The students are brighter, the requirements to pass the classes and graduate is tougher, and the graduates are more capable.


If you can get admitted to an IVY league school - DO IT!!!
Reply:As I understand it, colleges/universities with higher admission standards usually obtain a higher caliber student body. If you are part of this student body, you will be competing against smarter, higher caliber students for grades that are given on a curve......X% As, Y% Bs, Z% Cs, and (100-(x+y+z))% Ds.





It really doesn't matter about the quality of the classes offered, you all take the same tests, and will be graded according to how you score relative to the rest of your class.





So yes, universities with higher admission standards usually are harder to achieve good grades than average universities.
Reply:wrong section.
Reply:It's not ALL propaganda. There are a few who get into Ivy League schools because of generous donations, but that number has declined tremendously since the 60's. Ivy League schools ARE filled with intelligent, hard working individuals who truly deserve to be there.





As for level of difficulty, Ivy League schools are just as difficult/easy (depending on the student) as other universities. UC Berkeley (a public school school in CA, and one of the best in the nation) has a high percentage of students who have to stay an extra year because they weren't able to earn all required credits in four years (not because they are retarted, but because classes are extremely difficult). UC Berkeley is thought of as one of the "harder" schools. But Ivy League schools are just as tough as most other state schools.
Reply:If you are really concerned about it, choose an AVERAGE university.
Reply:g w bush went to Yale


so.......................................





it all depends on how much $$$$ your daddy has !!!


Does Poison Ivy grow in England? Does it Grow where you Live?

Does England have Poison Ivy?


I spent last week in the swamps of New England and have posion ivy all over to show for it.





I was wondering, Do you jolly good blokes in old England have the itchy-stuff too?





I cant stand it, how about you?

Does Poison Ivy grow in England? Does it Grow where you Live?
Poison Ivy (toxicodendron radicans) is native to North America and Asia. Poison ivy has occasionally been planted in gardens for color. This is how it arrived in England and Australia. It rarely grows above altitudes of 5,000 feet.
Reply:yes, it grows here, sorry to say
Reply:I would think the conditions would be right in England. I grow it here by the field. It even looks like I fertilize it. I have tried everything and will keep trying everything from round up and anything else that says it will kill it.
Reply:Can't say whether it grows in England, but there's a lot of it in Ohio.





Lucky me, I don't catch it.
Reply:Don't know if they've got it in England, but it doesn't grow too well down in Tucson, AZ.


Is going ivy a mistake?

i got into an ivy league school, felt it was the biggest accomplishment of my life, but now i don't know whether or not it was a big mistake. i can't get out of it because it's binding admission and now everywhere i look there are articles saying that ivy league graduates are snobs and losers. is it just a waste of time and money? will it even benefit my future? am i better off there than i would be at a state school near my family? my parents support me but they just like the bragging rights. i want to know whether or not i did the right thing

Is going ivy a mistake?
That decision is different for each person. My experience at Harvard was not one in which I met a bunch of snobs and losers, any more than any place else I have gone (med school, job market). On the contrary, I felt I had opportunities there to meet people that I might not be able to meet anywhere else.





You have probably figured out that a great education is available many places. It also costs less in some places. On the other hand, financial aid was great at Harvard (it cost me less than Ohio State). Benefit your future? It depends. It certainly stands out on a resume. That only matters depending on your field. It probably helped me get in to med school. It has also helped separate my applications at least enough to get them noticed (a difficult task at times).





A waste of time? That's up to you. "Make your lives extraordinary" What you do in college is up to you, within reason. It is one of the last times in your life you have so much freedom with so little responsibility. Suck the marrow out life while you are there. Can you do that at a local community college? Sure. It can be more challenging, though, if the resources and options are not there.





Did you do the right thing? Now there's the question. Are you fulfilled, or at least see a path toward fulfillment? Not are you happy...that is ephemeral at best. But does your school now allow you any avenue to embrace who you are? If not - leave and go elsewhere. If so, it's not bad to have IVY attached to you.
Reply:If you like the sheltered living then go ahead. I much prefer getting out in the real world with the majority of the population I will end up working with anyway. Besides that I don't suffer from an inflated ego, so a CSU and maybe Cal Berkeley as a graduate afterwards is more than fine with me.





If you go to an ivy league enter as a graduate. Less costly is the obvious decision when factoring in colleges.





Also it matters not what school you attend. Even the road scholars that attend ivy league schools know that all that matters is what you spend doing while attending. Those extra trips to the library is what makes you smart, picking up a book, basically going the proverbial 'extra mile'.





$9,000+ on tuition and various other costs associated per semester is a waste if you ask me. You can get the same anywhere else and probably a lot closer to home for less than $3,000 per semester
Reply:If you're relying on articles to give you an impression of the school, I'm guessing you haven't already visited, or didn't get enough exposure to the students while you were there. Either way, go take care of that ASAP once college is back in session. The benefits in terms of general education and prestige are indisputable, but only you can determine whether it's a good fit for you socially and in terms of what you want to study. (Ideally, you would have done that before applying, even if it meant waiting until the regular period, but I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and keep my fingers crossed for you that these are just jitters.)





Oh, and congratulations! You should be proud. Just remember, you've got a lot of life accomplishments to go - and if you were talented enough to get in, this is only the beginning regardless of what you end up doing in the long run.
Reply:You shouldn't be so concerned about what some article says, obviously there are some graduates who are snobs, but of course not all. Stereotypes and generalizations are simply idiotic.If you take full advantage of it, yes, an Ivy League education will benefit your future, they are all very good schools.





And I don't know where the person above me got the figure $90,000 per semester for tuition. The most expensive schools cost around $25,000 per semester including tuition, board, etc.

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Is Poison Ivy contagious or not?!?

I've been reading all over the internet trying to figure out if poison ivy in contagious or not. My boyfriend got it friday night and his symptoms started sunday morning. Now it's monday night and i spent the entire day with him and know for a fact that my skin contacted his outbreak. I guess I'll find out if it really is contagious at some point in the near future but I'd really like to know before then because I'm totally stressing out! Also, could there be any connection between the poison ivy and the fact that my eyes are bugging me to death? they've been itching like crazy (i haven't been scratching) and they're really dry even after i use eye drops..





i hope someone can help me and if you can, thanks in advance!

Is Poison Ivy contagious or not?!?
Only with certain people. Some people can look at poison ivy and break out, while others can roll around in it and never get even a small rash.





Also, some people can go years w/o being allergic to it and then aquire an allergy to it later in life.





From what I understand, any open wound infected by poison ivy is enough for another allergic person to acquire a rash themselves if they come in contact with that open sore.





Hope this helps! And go bet some Ivy-Off at the drugstore, works awesome!
Reply:Yes, poison ivy is contagious. That is, until the person has taken a shower. It's weird I know, but that's how it works. One time I had poison ivy really bad and had to go to the doctor, and that's what they said when we asked if it was contagious.





But, some people, like my mom, just aren't allergic to poison ivy. Maybe your one of those lucky ones!





And yes, it could be why your eyes are really itchy. That was how I first realized I had poison ivy, I woke up and my eyes were driving me crazy, I got up to go to the bathroom, looked in the mirror, and my face was soo swollen with poision ivy..it was terrible.





I hope you don't get it, it really is a pain = /
Reply:it is contagious if you are susceptible to catching poison ivy or poison oak. If you have never had it, then chances are you are not going to get it from him, but if you do calamine lotion works great to keep down the itching
Reply:The dermatitis you get from poison ivy/oak/sumac is from the allergen. If it is washed away from your boyfriend (took a shower), you cannot get it. If the allergen is still on his body, he can transfer it to you. I doubt that the eye problem is related to the poison ivy unless you have been rubbing your face on your boyfriends lesions. It also sounds like you've had the eye problems longer than your boyfriend had the poison ivy.


Besides poison ivy, oak, or sumac, what other plants will give me those kinds of symptoms?

I'm cleaning out an overgrown part of my property and have been getting poison-ivy like rash and itching, even though I cleaned out all the poison ivy 3 years ago. There are lots of other plants in there, but none that look like any poisonous plants I have seen pictures of. I can't figure out what's growing in there that is making this happen.

Besides poison ivy, oak, or sumac, what other plants will give me those kinds of symptoms?
where do you live? ever heard of oleander? it has same symptoms.
Reply:Poison ivy is not easy to clean out; there may be some random plants that you missed or that have regrown. If you can, spray the entire area with a good weed killer, keeping people and pets away. Wear gloves and long sleeve shirts that you wash after working in the area.


For the Ivy League schools?

I don't know if I should the SAT or the ACT for these colleges. I want to do Engineering, so which one of the Ivy League schools should I consider the best in Engineering? Please tell me what average score is required for SAT I, SAT II and the ACT to get into the Ivy League schools for Engineering.

For the Ivy League schools?
I'd go for the SAT. The ACT is more typical in midwestern states, and all the Ivies are located on the east coast. Of course, the Ivies accept the ACT, so if for some reason you think you'd score better on it, then go for it -- but the admissions people at the Ivies tend to see more SAT scores, and most people I know find the SAT to be slightly easier to prepare for.





I just graduated from Harvard and I know our engineering department is not particularly strong (though people major in it and come out with fantastic jobs and graduate school opportunities, so it can't be that bad!), and Yale's isn't known to be so hot either. Cornell might be a bit better for engineering. Ivies are liberal arts schools generally, so none of them are really going to offer the best engineering opportunities out there -- a place like MIT or Caltech might be best if you really want to be serious about your major.





None of the Ivies have required scores for any of the standardized tests. US News and World Report publishes a list of top colleges (most of it, you have to purchase) that mentions the range of typical (25th - 75th percentile scores of students at the school) -- Princeton is 1380 - 1560 and Harvard is 1400 - 1580 (SAT score, not including writing). For numbers more specific to engineering students at these schools, you might wish to call admissions offices or the engineering departments themselves and see what statistics they're willing to offer. My guess is that the math scores on both the SAT I and SAT II for engineering students are extremely high -- lots of people probably have 800s (or close) on both.
Reply:Thanks! =)





I did math (+ economics minor), and had an overall great experience. The only thing not so great was that it got really hard, bordering on impossible, sometimes (but I survived!). My classmates were fantastic and there are tons of extracurricular activities. Highly recommended! Report It

Reply:I don't know the average scores, but I know that you should take the one that you think you will do best on (or take them both). I work at an Ivy League, and they will look at either.





As far as which schools are best in Engineering, it depends on the type of Engineering. Cornell has a lot of high-ranked programs, as does Princeton and Yale. Once you've chosen a field, you can look at rankings, but also look at experienctial classes and the jobs that graduates get.





Good luck!


Am I Ivy League material?

I know there's no formula when it comes to college admissions, and I know this is pretty much a shot in the dark. But I'm hoping that Ivy League students/applicants, or any other qualified individual, can help me get a good perspective on whether or not I am "Ivy League material." Considering my credentials, am I qualified for admission to, specifically, Brown or Yale?





- 5.19 weighted//4.0 unweighted GPA


- 750 reading, 780 math, 800 writing on SAT


- 760 Literature, 800 US history on SAT IIs


- Editorial editor for two years, Editor-in-Chief next year of school newspaper


- Vice President of Nat'l English Honor Society, member of Nat'l Honor Society, Science Nat'l Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta


- black belt in martial arts


- recipient of 10 total academic awards (chosen by teachers)


- recipient of 2 Sun-Sentinel (local newspaper) High School Journalism Awards (2nd place Editorial writer in 2005, 1st place Editorial Writer in 2007)


- 220 logged service hours





See class schedules below:

Am I Ivy League material?
I hope you're "Ivy League Material." I also hope I am, and your schedule is eerily close to my own. . . Your chances of admission also depend on what major you are considering.





One question: am I extremely confused, or am I right in thinking that it is impossible to get ABOVE a 5.0?





Last I checked, AP/Honors classes were each worth 5, regulars worth 4, and then they were averaged. How did this add up??? Could you have possibly meant 4.19?
Reply:Oh you are lucky. In my school, we have 5.0 for AP, 4.5 for honors, and 4.0 for regular. Report It

Reply:Yes, I think you are Ivy material. But you have to remember one thing, interviews are a big part of your college admission


process. The committee will look at what type of person you are, how you see the world, and how you will benfit their school. Be yourself. Be open and honest. Be kind and courteous. Tell them the truth. Laugh and small a lot, and dont be nervous. Have fun! Academically, you have a very good chance. But.... don't sound like a robot! You dont want them to think that you only do all the things to do just to get into their school, you want them to think you do all those things for you. you seem like a driven, ambitious kid. You should be fine. Good luck!
Reply:Maybe. You did not say where you are graduating from, it matters. Universities are looking for diversity. So, if you are the only applicant from a less populated state, without a current state resident in the university, you'll have an edge. Secondly, I see nothing in your CV that indicates you gave back to the community outside of the school setting, or that you stepped outside the box during your high school education. Perhaps you have further volunteering experience, or experiences that demonstrate a long term committment to giving you have not listed. But, based upon what you wrote, I'd say both Brown and Yale are reach schools.
Reply:Remember it also depends on what the university is looking for as far as diversity as well. If you come from a part of the country that the ivy league schools get very few applicants your chance is better than if you go to a high school that has tons of people apply to ivy league schools each year. There are tons of schools that will give you a great education. Think about the areas you are most interested in majoring in and find the best schools for those majors. Some will be ivies but many will not. That will help you find a broad range of schools you could have a great experience with. Even many large state schools often have smaller honors colleges that will give you a more 'ivy league' like experience.





So, you may be ivy league material, but still find a great experience elsewhere if demographics make ivy league acceptance difficult. Deep breath, relax, you'll be fine!

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Young poison ivy plant?

I was in the yard about 6 hours ago and I just noticed that my face was becoming red on the right side, with swelling and itching. I looked out where I was, and there was a baby poison ivy plant. I am HIGHLY allergic to poison ivy. My right eye is swelling. The plant was a baby plant; very small but had some red spots in the green leaves. How strong is this plant compared to that of an adult plant? Should I go to the ER now and get my steroid shot?





P.S. I had this before on the left side of my face; it took two months before getting any better

Young poison ivy plant?
HI Rye,





I am very sorry to hear about your problem. If you are that allergic that you require a shot of steroid, I would highly recommend that you seek medical advice right away.





As far as the plant... poison oak and ivy have Urushiol oil that causes the reaction in many people. This toxin is located on every part of the plant... roots, stems, leaves, pollen, etc. The oil is also present throughout the entire year, whether or not leaves are present.





A baby plant is just a toxic as an adult plant.





There are also a couple of over-the-counter lotions that might help to reduce the effects and duration of your reaction. One lotion is called, "Tech-Nu" (I am not certain of the spelling) and it is usually located in the same area as calamine lotions. Follow the directions and it will help to remove the oil and to reduce the itching effect.





I hope this is of some help to you.





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Reply:Where do you live that the poison ivy plant would be green already? However you can get poison ivy from dry poison ivy in the winter time. I got it from carrying wood in for the fire place. We had cut %26amp; stacked the wood in the fall and it was


months later that I got poison ivy all over my arms. I am highly


alergic to it also. The plant size doesn't matter either. If you are swelling and getting alergy symptoms you need to see your Dr. He, or she can give you a shot that will begin to take effect pretty quickly. Best of luck


What is the Best Ivy League College on Long Island?

I would have to say Long Island University at C.W. Post is the best. I also went to Adelphi, but C.W. Post just seems to be more rigorous in their standards. Hofstra I am sure ranks up there, but I never attended that school.





I have come across individuals who think that the above mentioned schools are not Ivy League. Clearly they are as they are very expensive, private, difficult to get into and tend to cater to upper-middle-class to lower-upper-class students. Some people claim there are only 8 or so Ivy League schools. Granted, those may be the original, but others have achieved Ivy League status. LOL, and I wouldn't use U.S. News %26amp; World Report or Newsweek rankings as legitimate meters to judge schools, those are only opinions.

What is the Best Ivy League College on Long Island?
STONY BROOK...lol.





Good job buddy, you have already asked this question before (albeit ha pasado mucho tiempo) and I already answered it.





Along with what Eri said, Ivy League is called a league for a reason. It is an athletic conference. Like ACC, Pac 10, Big 10 etc. You reasoning is stupid. That is like saying that UCLA is an ACC school just because they are good at basketball, or that USC is a Big 10 school because they are good at Football. USC might be Big 10 "quality" but that doesn't mean it is in the big 10.





So Ivy quality schools, that is a legitimate argument. There are plenty of them. Previously mentioned caltech, MIT then you have Stanford, Duke, UChicago, Northwestern etc. Too bad there are no Ivy qualities on Long Island. New York is lacking in great universities. They have a weak public school system and 3 great privates. Columbia, NYU and Cornell. RPI and Syracuse are pretty good but I wouldn't call them ivy quality.





It is too bad that no one has heard of Adelphi, and C.W. Post sounds like a fake name an Author would use.
Reply:Either you have posted this question before or you are as uninformed as another user who has posted this question. Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, UPenn, Brown, Cornell and Dartmouth college are the only 8 schools in the nation designated as Ivy League. This is a fact not an opinion. LIU, Adelphi and Hofstra are not even 3rd tier schools. That is also a fact.
Reply:The original 8 colleges in the Ivy League are called that because it's a football league - and they aren't taking new members. So those are the only official Ivy League colleges. However, plenty of colleges are just as good as those - CalTech, MIT, Berkeley - and are similarly ranked, and are not part of the football league. So they aren't Ivy League - they are just outstanding colleges.





Since most of the colleges take the US New reports pretty seriously, I think I'll go with their opinion - all the schools I went to email their alumni and students when they rise in the rankings, even one spot.





The only Ivy League near Long Island is Columbia. I haven't even heard of Aldelphi or CW Post, and I have relatives all over Long Island. LIU is not a very high ranked university. Overall, none of those schools are even known outside of that area. That doesn't say much for their status. They are probably good universities, but certainly not 'Ivy League'.
Reply:The Ivy Leagues are


Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, and UPenn. Theyre a football league. Just because highly competitive colleges like Boston University, New York University, or Stanford University have good reputations doesn't mean they're ivy.
Reply:OK, Long Island U at C.W. Post is hard to get in to, it has a 19% acceptance rate, but it doesn't have the prestige of the Ivies--actually doesn't have much prestige at all. Their standards are really low, though, for SAT scores. Its grad school is pretty bad, though. It accepts 68% of applicants. That's a LOT.


Hofstra accepts over half their applicants, and so does Adelphi. Rigorous in their standards? Um, no.


When poison ivy has been oozing why does it turn yellow when it dries?

I have poison ivy currently and i've noticed that if it is ooozing and then dries up, it turns yellow, why does it turn yellow and not clear or something?





Also if my poison ivy has gotten better after almost a week after using anti itch gel that i think is supposed to dry it up should I see a doctor.





I am very very allergic to it and it has spread onto my face from my arm in less than 2-3 days

When poison ivy has been oozing why does it turn yellow when it dries?
if it is crusty yellow you may have impetigo on top of the poison ivy rash which would require antibiotics. Also, for poison ivy itch zyrtec would be better along with atarax if the itching is really bad
Reply:Oh god! Sorry but i just threw up a little
Reply:Because it (serum) comes in contact with the air.


Least rigorous ivy...?

Apparently, Cornell is regarded as the easiest Ivy to get accepted to but also perhaps the most rigorous courseload-wise. If this is so, which Ivy would be considered the least rigorous, lending its students the most leisure time? just for curiosity's sake

Least rigorous ivy...?
I know an answer: Brown.
Reply:LOL! What next, what's the most rigorous branch of DeVry?
Reply:Purple.
Reply:If you're asking which Ivy is the easiest, then you don't belong in an Ivy.

C++

Get into Ivy League?

How likely is it I can get into an Ivy League school?


Ok, I screwed up in High School. I only dreamed of getting into the military and did ONLY the bare minimum to requirements to graduate. I graduated 417 out of 437 in my High School classs and had a 2.34 GPA...





Now fast forward.... due to a life changing event due to a bomb in the face in a desert far far away, I had decided to get back into school. Currently, I'm about to get my Associates degree in Criminal Justice from a community college and I am maintaining a 4.0 GPA.





Suppose I am able to get admitted into a state university's Honors Program and maintain my 4.0 GPA....





How much does this increase the likelihood I could get accepted into an Ivy League school?





Or has my High School self cursed me to the ends of the world?





Would I need to get accepted into an Honors Program at a university to make my chances of getting accepted even believable?

Get into Ivy League?
It's tough to say. In general it's very, very difficult to transfer into an Ivy (and some of them, like Harvard, aren't currently accepting *any* transfers).





Getting into the honors program would help....but by that point you've transfered to a 4-year university, and it doesn't make sense to transfer yet again. There are many, many great schools out there that are not Ivy League that will give you a solid education. If an Ivy is your goal, certainly try, but also apply to other schools.
Reply:If you have your current 4.0 and you have done honors classes and some extra curricular/volunteer work then you should be fine. (I think)


My question is similar:


http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?...
Reply:all a college does is sell admission tickets.





yes-no about coming to class.





college will be obsolete in 10-years.





all colleges, classes will be in digital,





digital, free to world.


Could this ivy be killing my privet hedge?

Hi,





We have lived in our house for five years now and over that time, the hedge to the right and rear of our garden has slowly been dying off. About eight feet of the back and twelve of the right hand side have died now and the only thing we can think of is that the perennial ivy which grows there is killing it.





It is of the type that you generally see growing on trees, vine like stems with heart shaped mid green leaves and pure white trumpet like flowers. To be honest, I'm not even sure if it is definately ivy.





Can any gardeners out there give me any advice before it all dissapears.

Could this ivy be killing my privet hedge?
You don't have ivy - you have bindweed! Yes, it could well be damaging the hedge by depriving it of nutrition and harbouring pests %26amp; diseases.


It is a notoriously difficult weed to get rid of though!


Try a contact weedkiller on it - but be ready to repeat the treatment 4 or 5 times!
Reply:It sounds like the Ivy has become too dominant and is taking the light and nutrients from your hedge. Act now, before the hedge bursts into life. Get right down under the hedge and identify the Ivy stems and pull them out / chop them off as best you can - but ensure they are severed. Then try to extract the lengths from the hedge as best you can. You'll need to do this right through the year - keep pulling the Ivy roots, give the hedge a good 3" mulch with some well rotted farm yard or horse manure to suppress other competition. If you want to save the hedge then start saving your glass jars - when the Ivy grows back and you can't pull it out - then stuff as much as you can into a jar with a good strong mix of glyphosate weedkiller (Roundup or superstore own-brand) and add a few drops of washing up liquid which breaks down the waxy coat on the leaves and allows the weedkiller to do it's work. Put the lid on as best you can and leave it for 3-4 weeks. It's painstaking but it worked on my inherited Ivy-infested Beech hedge. If you find any large roots, cut off any growth, drill holes in the stump and pour in deep root killer, glyphosate or even just table salt to kill it. Good luck :-)
Reply:Yes, the darned stuff strangles everything. I'm still trying to kill some off two years on!
Reply:This sounds like bindweed. Very difficult to get rid of. Don't try to dig it up, because each little piece of root left behind will grow into a new plant. Get some very strong contact weed killer in a bucket, then unwind long pieces of the creeper and soak them in the bucket. After a few days the plant will start to die. You may have to repeat this after a few weeks.


I have never heard of bindweed killing off a hedge like this. If it is an evergreen conifer type hedge (leylandii perhaps), it is probably dying for some other reason.
Reply:The vine you are describing sounds like Morning Glory to me...but it's hard to know without seeing a picture.





www.flowers.vg/flowers/morningglory.ht...





Is this what the vine looks like? If so......morning glory is strong enough to over take a perennial or an annual, but i don't believe it would be strong enough to kill your privet. Privet is a very aggressive hardy shrub. If the vine is indeed Morning Glory, I would say something else is killing your hedge. Do you happen to have a dog that could be repeatedly peeing on them? Perhaps they are overgrown and out of room to grow....is it an area that stays wet all the time? Or does the area stay bone dry? There are many things that could be killing them and since you said it has started in the back and working it's way up....i would think it's some sort of bug or disease. I'm not 100% sure if mites inhabit Privet...I will do some research,,,but that would be my first guess.





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I couldn't get that link to work after i posted it...incases it doesn't work for you....go to www.flowersvg and click on flowers and then click on the morning glory and all the different kinds will be displayed...yours is white so click on the white one and you will see some nice pictures of it.)
Reply:Ivy can be a pest. It's growing on your hedge so the hedge is competing with it for light, water and nutrients and this can often cause stunted growth or death of the host plant. Cut it at the base and make sure you've got all the stems. Then physically rip it out of the hedge. the sooner you do it the sooner the privet will rejuvinate. Systemic weedkillers like round up will work to an extent but its virtually impossible to avoid getting it on the privet
Reply:Yes ivy strangles stuff.


Parents of Ivy Sarah Capon born 1900 and Olive Odessa Phylis Capon born 1902 ??

Both born in Kent, England. Emigrated to USA 1912. (Camden, New Jersey)


Ivy married Albert Hennis Menz, Olive, known as Phylis, married someone surnamed James. Maybe American records are more accessible . Ivy died in August 1986. Phylis sometime before this.


Thanks to all the people who have answered, but I still don't have the parents!

Parents of Ivy Sarah Capon born 1900 and Olive Odessa Phylis Capon born 1902 ??
After searching extensively on Ancestry.com, this is what I've come up with on both Ivy and Phylis:





According to the "English and Wales Free BMDBirth Index 1837-1983",





Name: Ivy Sarah S. Capon


Year of Registration: 1900


Quarter of Registration: Jul-Aug-Sep


District: Maidstone


County: Kent





Name: Olive Odessa P. Capon


Year of Registration: 1903


Quarter of Registration: Jan-Feb-Mar


District: Malling


County: Kent





If you could furnish the names of some other brothers and sisters, I (or someone else) might be able to come up with the names of the parents.
Reply:Thank you, GenevievesMom, I feel well %26amp; truly told off!!!!


Tried to order certs, my card was refused.


Persons under my Gran's maiden name. Want to know if they were hers, or adopted from her brother who died at 28. I know other siblings, they were under my grandads name. Report It

Reply:If you know some of your great-aunts and uncle's names, maybe we can come up with a census entry. Report It

Reply:sometimes it takes years and years to find parents names. Why don't you check the manifest of the ship they arrived on and see if on the second page (if the manifest has one) it lists a parent. Also any church records may show their parents names, or application for marriage license.
Reply:Zena Rae gave you the answer in your previous question. The only way you are going to find the names of the parents is by ordering a copy of one or other of their birth certificates.
Reply:Perhaps I'm reading something into this that isn't there, but it appears that you're only looking for information from the internet and aren't looking for information in the obvious places off the internet.





You have Ivy's date and place of death, but haven't ordered her death certificate and didn't pull her obituary? Start there. Even if you don't want to pay for the record, you can track down the funeral home that handled the funeral and call them to get the information. They had to get a copy of her death certificate in order to get the burial certificate. They placed the obituary for the family and have to keep a copy of it for years in case there's a dispute.





We've given you the index information for their birth records, but you haven't sent away for a copy of the record? The index is no more than a reference to tell us where the record is...now you just send away for a copy of it.





I went through several databases and can tell the following. Ivy and Albert loved traveling. They went back and forth to England after WWII. They went on vacation to Bermuda. And every time Ivy returned to the US, she re-entered the US on a British passport. As of the mid-1950s she hadn't applied for citizenship. Sitting in the National Archives is a set of records on her called "Alien Registration Cards". They'll tell you all of the information you're looking for (or where to find it). But this information is never going to be fully digitized and available on the internet.





You even have the name of her husband and could go down to the Cape May county building and request a copy of their marriage record to get the information. But because of privacy laws you won't find it on the internet for several years.





While the internet is a wonderful tool, it's only one of many that we have to use in doing solid genealogy research. Good genealogy is never free and never found only on a computer.


How good are the IVY league's engineering departments?

apart from Cornell.....how good are the engineering departments (especially electrical engineering) in the other IVY leagues?.....only Brown and Yale is not included in the US news top Engineering program, so does that mean all the other IVY leagues are good enough to study engineering?





Moreover how much worse are they compared to MIT and Stanford in Engineering? How does the employers values an IVY league engineering graduate?.....

How good are the IVY league's engineering departments?
They are good programs, but they are more research orientated compared to practical engineering that the others provide.





Employers will judge from interviews and past experiences with Ivy League hires.

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How long can poison ivy stay on your clothes after you wash them or can it ?

I was mowing a few weeks ago and got splattered by a poison ivy vine. I did not think any thing about it. I've been in contact with it before and never got a rash. So when I got done I just put my clothes in the washer like always and jumped in the shower. Well I put the shirt on that I was wearing that day on again a few days ago and shortly there after I got a rash on my chest. I know its poison ivy and I've not been near any poison ivy since that day I was mowing. So could it still be on that shirt because i did not soak it before washing it?

How long can poison ivy stay on your clothes after you wash them or can it ?
I would soak shirt with liquid that dilutes poison ivy sap ,research with what I'm not sure, I thought washing in good quality wash powder should have done it..♥
Reply:Poison ivy has an oily substance to it. You need to cut the oil with Dawn soap or similar.
Reply:it probably soak through your cloths and infected you. plus it can stay on your cloths for up to a year
Reply:Poison Ivy contains urushiol which is the oil substance that creates a reaction on your skin. Washing with normal detergent will remove the uroshiol.





Odds are it's spreading because the infected area still had urushiol on it and it was spread from scratching or other means. If it was on your hands before you knew you got it, then it may have gotten on your chest when you removed your shirt with your contaminated hands. Or it was on the outside of your shirt and when you removed your shirt the outside of it rubbed your chest. Skin that is typically covered with clothing most of the day is more sensitive to irritants which may be why your chest has a rash but your hands are fine.


Which colleges are considered Ivy League, and which schools are considered Ivy Clones?

Well I know the list of Ivy league colleges, everyone does, but what about the schools that are considered Ivy League clones, I hear about them a lot, but I don't understand how they are similar or where they are located...

Which colleges are considered Ivy League, and which schools are considered Ivy Clones?
I've never heard the term ivy clones used anywhere because that would mean that are the same - and no two schools are the same.





There are other good schools such as those already mentioned (Rice, UTAustin, UMich Ann Arbor, UCBerkeley, CooperUnion, Caltech, MIT etc.) Also keep in mind the liberal arts colleges like Amherst, Swarthmore, Pomona, Bowdoin, and Williams.





Ivy League is the name for a football league comprised of 8 of the oldest schools in the U.S. If your are choosing a college based on status alone you will likely be unhappy there.
Reply:Ivy League: Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Penn, Princeton, Yale





Ivy-esque: Stanford, Rice, Virginia, California (Berkley), MIT, McGill (Canada), Duke, North Carolina, Texas, Michigan, Georgetown, Vanderbilt





Ivy Clone: isn't that a Batman Villain?
Reply:What they are referring to are schools which have the academic reputation and breadth of an Ivy League school, but which are not in the actual athletic league, such as Stanford, Rice, Vanderbilt, UC Berkeley, University of Michigan, etc. Schools like Berkeley and Michigan are sometimes also referred to as "public ivies".


Poison Ivy prevention HELP!?

No matter what I do I always get posion ivy during the summer. I don't go near it or touch it but I still get it. My doctor told me that If I pass by a posion ivy leaf and its in the air I may get it. Also I have 2 dogs so if they rub against it then I pet them I may get it. I use the Teknu cleanser when I see a small rash on me or if I know I came into contact with it to get the posion oil off my body. I still get it though. Does anyone know of any thing I can do to prevent from even getting it? Is there a medication I can take durinf the summer or rememdies??? Help I'm so sick of getting it numerous times every damn summer!

Poison Ivy prevention HELP!?
* An organoclay product called bentoquatam





* Jewelweed





* Antiperspirant or deodorant (organoclay plus aluminum chlorohydrate)





* Product called "Ivy Shield" (organoclay)





* Linoleic acid dimers





* Rhus toxicodendron homeopathic pills


Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa?

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa in Corona, California (or another glen ivy location)





Does anyone know anything about this place? Prices per person for a day?





The website appears to behaving issues so I can't look it up.





If you've been there please tell me the general price range andwhat kinds of things they offer.

Glen Ivy Hot Springs Spa?
It's totally amazing! (Corona Location)





$ 35 M - F and $48 on weekends. They offer nearly any other service you would be interested in - massage, facials, nails, etc. Be sure to schedule appts before you go - they book up fast. Red mud (clears pores) is included with admission.





The Grotto -


Take an elevator down to the underground world of The Grotto. This mysterious, intriguing cavern is filled with a natural mineral water mist and the scent of sea kelp and aloe vera. You wear only a swim suit so your entire body can be “painted” with a rich green body moisturizer (the source of the sea kelp and aloe vera scent). Then move into the Hydrating Chamber so the rich moisturizer can work its magic. After you feel calm, cool and moisturized, simply shower off the body masque. To top it all off, enter the cool mist chamber for a cup of Glen Ivy tea and a crisp green apple. Like Club Mud, there is something fun and youthful about it all. And, there is also the more serious business of moisturizing and refreshing. The Grotto requires a separate admissions fee. You must arrive at least one hour prior to closing, and no appointment is necessary. However, daily capacity is limited in order to retain a semi-private feel in the cavern so a daily waiting list may be used. Simply ask about The Grotto upon your arrival at Glen Ivy.





The Grotto at Corona Hot Springs ~ $25 (not including required admission fee)





They have a cafe with a good variety of food.





Café Solé


If you’re going to take the time to pamper yourself, don’t forget about what you put inside of your body. At Café Solé you’ll find food that is healthful, nourishing, and delicious. We call it our Mediterranean Cuisine of the Sun. We select ingredients from local farmers, ranchers and markets to ensure freshness while supporting sustainable practices. So go ahead, live a little. Treat yourself to one of our local favorites. Because at Glen Ivy, you’ll find food for the body as well as nourishment for the soul.








Their staff is great and there are men and women of every age, shape and size. Definitely not a "snooty" spa. Great for a group, by yourself or just for two. Cabanas can be rented for provate, dedicated seating. It tends to get extremely busy on the weekends - weekdays are much better if you can swing it.





I go every chance I get. Enjoy!





Be sure to ask about current specials, frequent customer cards, and B-day admissions

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Poison ivy!! help me!!!?

my dad has poison ivy and we dont no wat 2 do. and its like getting all over his body now!!! wat shuld i do 2 get rid of the poison ivy??? plz help!!! thx!! =)

Poison ivy!! help me!!!?
Benadryl, tylenol, and not touching the poison ivy spots.
Reply:You can try taking benadryl for the itch and use calamine lotion also for the itch but it also dries up the patches. If it is all over his body and it's unbearable and out of control go see your MD and he/she is able to give him an oral medication (steriod) and/or an injection. Good luck to you and your dad!!!
Reply:you need to go to your doctor and they will prescribe steroids for you to take they start you at a high dose then you taper down it will help you out so much I had it so bad a few years ago and went to my doctor and got steroids and thank god for them in two days I was so much better.


Good luck I know how your dad feels
Reply:Look for a product called "Ivyrest" or "Zanfel". I've had great results with Ivyrest, and hear good things about Zanfel. Ivyrest has a topical anesthetic that numbs the skin a bit and helps relieve the itching.
Reply:go to thee doctorssss.


Poison Ivy?

just curious...whats the best thing to kill poinson ivy? im very allergic to it and have to go to the hospital if i get it...i love to garden and have a wonderful green thumb...but im afraid to garden for the fear of poison ivy?

Poison Ivy?
Since you are highly allergic to it, I would hire someone to come and identify it then remove it. It's not worth it. I'm on the west coast with poison oak, and an old friend of mine would practically walk by it and then later in the day break out. If you have it removed make sure to discard the plant as the oils in the plant that make us itch can stay around for years, even if the plant is dead. Best of luck and happy gardening =0)
Reply:Roundup works relatively well for poison ivy, although it depends on when you spray it. Poison ivy is by nature a woody plant, so if it has matured to that point when you apply the herbicide you would be doing better to apply something that is labeled for woody plants (such as Remedy). If the poison ivy is just a succulent growing on the ground, you can probably get away with roundup, but always remember that roundup is a non-selective herbicide, which means it will kill anything in your garden if you aren't super careful with your application. Good luck!
Reply:Home Depot has some herbicides that are made for this task. It's very hardy and can survive most herbicides. Round-up would probably also work.
Reply:Not easy to get rid of.





You should know how to identify poison ivy. There are other plants that look like it and are harmless.





See source on this subject
Reply:http://www.homeadditionplus.com/Poison%2...





This website should help you. It tells when and how to get rid


of poison ivy.





Good luck.

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Poison Ivy!?

I found out that someone who was in my class has Poison Ivy! She said she's tried to get rid of it but nothing worked. I think she's going to stay home for a week or so and come back to my class. As soon as I got home I started washing my hands in case it was on me. How long should I wash my hands as soon as I get home from school, (How long will the Poison Ivy linger in that class, the average time)? How else can I prevent it??

Poison Ivy!?
I'm very allergic to poison ivy myself! Wash areas you think came in contact with the plant, or someone's rash with dish soap! Normal hand soap won't do the trick because it's oil from the plant that causes the rash... the dish soap breaks down oil such as grease and even poison ivy!.. Once should take care of it.. no need to dry out your skin... Tell your classmate that if it doesn't get better or starts to ooze that she should get a cortisone shot from her doctor. Tell her not to settle for creams because it takes a long time and they can be harsh on the skin... The shot will clear it up very fast.
Reply:well the prob is the oil from the wounds. you can prevent it by washing your desk and hers with disinfectant wipes most of the time. but still wash your hands if you feel you have come in conact with it


POISON IVY!!!!!!!!!!!! Remidies?

I got what I'm pretty sure is poison ivy all over me. I was cutting a whole lot of it down it spread to the rest of the lawn. When i was emtying the bag, the freshly cut ivy blew all over me, down into my clothes and eveything! I just took a long shower w/ soap and was wondering what I can do to help prevent breakout.








P.S. I'm leaving for a 2-week vacation in 32 hours

POISON IVY!!!!!!!!!!!! Remidies?
If you are exposed to these plants or their oils, wash thoroughly with soap and water as soon as possible. An alternative is rubbing alcohol, which can dissolve and remove the oils from your skin. If you can remove the oil within 10 minutes, you are unlikely to develop the rash.





Symptoms from a mild rash can sometimes be relieved by the following:





* Cool compresses with water or milk


* Calamine - A nonprescription lotion


* Aveeno oatmeal bath - A product you put in the bath to relieve itching


* Oral antihistamines such as diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Caution: these medications may make you too drowsy to drive a car or operate machinery safely. Nonsedating antihistamines are now available over the counter and include loratadine (Claritin).
Reply:a whole lot of benadryl and if you do break out a round of prednisone
Reply:www.poisonivy.aesir.com/view/cures.html
Reply:Go to the doctor, they can give you a shot to help with the itching. If there is anything out there to stop the breakout the doctor will know. Make sure you tell the doctor about your vacation so he be aggressive at addressing the issue
Reply:There is nothing you can do to prevent a rash if you did indeed come into contact with it, You can only treat it once you have the rash. There is ways to prevent it BEFORE you come into contact with it but once the ivy resin has been on your skin, you will have a rash if you are allergic to it.


See a Doctor tomorrow and explain the situation, he may give you a topical steroid to use on an as needed basis, he could also give you oral steroids to use on an as needed basis. Poison Ivy can take up to 10 days before you start to see symptoms and it also depends on how allergic you are to it and how much you came into contact with it. Have fun on your vacation and hopefully it won't be ruined by a rash!
Reply:Go to the Dr. and get a shot- or take a bleach bath. fill your tub with nice warm water and pour about 1/2 cup bleach in the water. It won't hurt, unless u have open owie's. Oh and don't get it in your eyes mouth and hair. Just kinda take your hand and a white cloth and squeeze the water over yourself. I've had to do it a lot of times myself. Very allergic to the sh*t. and I live in the country.Promise, you will be just fine.
Reply:The best way to get it off your skin is not rubbing alcohol or soap. They just spread it. Go to the automotive section and get Orange hand cleaner or a similar cleaning solution that mechanics use to take the grease and grime off their hands. I prefer the type that does not require water. You can wipe it off with a dry towel or paper towel. Do this at least twice.


Wear pants and long sleeves and NEVER take a hot shower, unless you want to open all your pores so the poison ivy oils can seep in.


If you start to get a rash, treat around the rash with the hand cleaner to keep it from spreading. The ooze contains poison ivy oils and will spread it to other areas.


And see a Dr. The best treatment is steroids in my experiences.
Reply:use something called aveeno soothing bath treatment it really helps
Reply:try something that will take away the oil from the plant


it is only the plant oil that causes the rash


if you do break out in the rash, try gold bond triple medicated with aloe and vitamin e.


it cools and protects. calamine lotion also works good too, as well as milk of magnesia when applied to the infected area.


there are some creams that you can get at the drugstore w/o a prescription that will get rid of the ivy's oil that is causing the rash. Good luck!


Old ivy in trouble?

Hubby kept an ivy plant alive for several years. Watered it lightly only now and then when he thought of it. Ivy grew and grew. Recently, he noticed that all of the leaves had gone dry and brittle and were dropping.





I told him to get some plant food drops to add to the water. He did, and we noticed a nice, healthy looking shoot coming in one spot. Hubby trimmed out all the old, withered bits, and accidently cut off the good shoot.





Will this good shoot make new roots if placed half way in a glass of water?

Old ivy in trouble?
you may need to transplat into bigger pot you may have root rot. when you do this shake the roots to losen them some the plant will be in shock for a couple days but will do better also wipe the leaves with milk once in a while and dont forget to mist the leaves with water. it helps the plant alot you can cut some pieces off and put in water to get some starters going now to. also remember if its brown and dead cut it off it takes to much of the plants energy to try to fix the dead stuff it wont be able to grow new shots
Reply:Ivy cuttings usually work out quite well.





You can get 'rooting powder' at gardening supply stores, though, if you want to try to help the cutting along.
Reply:well give it a try.
Reply:Is it pot-bound?Ivy hates that.You may want to transplant the ivy to a larger container,gently separating the roots,and add new soil.


How do I not kill my indoor ivy?

Every autumn I buy ivy and every winter it dies. I thought that my problem is that I let it dry out too much between waterings. I've had this ivy for a week now and taken care not to let it dry out but already there are a few dead leaves. I always thought ivy preferred dark moist places but the woman in the plant store said it likes a lot of light. My friend has her ivy in a shaded place during winter and it never dies. When the leaves go crispy is that cos it dried out? What does ivy look like if it doesn't get enough light?

How do I not kill my indoor ivy?
Ivy prefers non direct light. If still in plastic pot dunk whole pot in a bucket of water until the bubbles stop, for a good soak. Do not water again until soil feels fairly dry. Ivy's leaves will turn yellow if over watered. Also they are prone to spider mites so mist with spray bottle, when you water. Your Ivy may not like your heater, they prefer a cooler place. I live in California and put them outside when there is a problem.
Reply:I always thought that Ivy grew like weeds...one thing you have to be careful of is over watering...
Reply:I have had my ivy plant for years. It sits on my desk and gets only indirect light. Ivy does not like hot sun. Do not let soil dry out. As sonn as top of soilfeels dry to the touch place ivy plant in a bowl of water and let it take uo all the water it wants. If you are sucessfull this time watch for roots to begin to come out of the drain holrs in bottom of pot. When this happens re-pot is into an only SLIGHTLY larger pot.

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Poisen Ivy , Has anyone tryed Zanfel ?

Here is a basic description, but does it work ? Did it work for you ?


Zanfel(TM) Poison Ivy Wash is the only product clinically shown to remove poison ivy, oak and sumac (urushiol) from the skin after breakout and relieve itching within seconds of washing. Zanfel is sold in pharmacies nationwide and retails for approximately $39.99. For more information, visit http://www.zanfel.com/ .

Poisen Ivy , Has anyone tryed Zanfel ?
Hey,,, here is what Special Ed uses,,,,, (special ed was in special forces) and is allergic to poison ivy.....





Technu......


made by oak and ivy....


buy at wal mart.........





wash the area, use the Technu...... take a benadryl unless you cant......








If you stay out in the woods... go to you doctor..get a shot of Cordasone..... it helps also....





Good luck.....
Reply:Nice to know ,,,, Report It



Poison IVY wash--Zanfel -- worth the $40??

My son and I have poison ivy. I just bought and tried some Zanfel, and it SEEMS to help, but before I spend $40 more on another tube, does it work long term? This is just too much money for a temporary fix.





Mine is mild, my son's is moderate/severe. I will get him steroids this week, but was hoping to avoid that for myself if this Zanfel works long term.





I understand the science, that it bonds with the poison ivy oils and allows them to be washed away.





It almost seems to good to be true.





Thanks for any testimonials--either way.

Poison IVY wash--Zanfel -- worth the $40??
Seems to be scientifically proven.





But it won't do anything long term since long term it's just a matter of how long it takes for the blisters to heal and nothing to do with that actual poison.
Reply:By original asker: The answer is no, it's not worth the 40. While it give the best temporary relief, and my son did see his blisters subside faster, the itching is still there--in spades.


. Report It

Reply:hope u both get better tommaro
Reply:works better when you just exposed to poison ivy than a week later.


Poison ivy ?!?!?

POISON ivy !!!!!!?


cures for poison ivy ?????????





PLEASE ??????????

Poison ivy ?!?!?
oatmeal, vineager, marigold ointment, or aloe vera gel.
Reply:i asked that question a long time ago when i got poison ivy really bad. someone recommended TECNU and it worked great. available over the counter at any pharmacy.
Reply:First, don't scratch! Take showers with dial soap, or any good deodorant soap. It helps dry it up. Usually, if I get a spot of it, I cover it with a band-aid so it won't spread. You may have to get an anti allergy shot from the doctor. Good Luck
Reply:My Solution for Poison Oak/Ivy/Sumac


My Solution for Poison Oak/Ivy/Sumac I'm just getting over a case of Poison Oak... brutal. I'm fairly allergic to it as I've had Poison Ivy at least 12 times already. Poison Oak is not fun! It started on my wrist, then both forearms, stomach, waist, right leg then left, behind the knee, shin AND THEN my face... I knew I was in trouble when my face was turning red! It was getting very very ugly and I had nothing to lose by trying the things listed on this site. I was persistent and very routine. Needless to say I beat it within 6 days although a slight rash still exists, could have been earlier if I had started treating earlier. Below is the routine and treatment that I used. I'm hoping this will help you too:





* If at all possible, immediately after contact shower/rinse with dish washing detergent/soap (ie: Joy, Palmolive etc) using cold water to prevent the oil from seaping into your pores and to help dispurse the oil by washing it away... do this within 15min., 3min preffereably.


* If you know you have it, do not touch your genitals OR your face AT ALL!! If you have to, use a safe cloth.


* GET INTO A ROUTINE ASAP!! Shower 4 times daily using dishwashing soap (to get rid of plant oil) and don't wear the same clothing after shower, wash bed sheets once per day. Wear like colours to prevent too many washings per day (ie: white on day, colours the next if possible). Use your hands to rinse if your skin is too raw. Try not to use a washcloth as you may spread it the oil. You should be safe in the shower with the dishwashing soap. Always get those finger nails! Use dishwashing detergent (not regular soap) relentlessly as it will help prevent the spread. If you're going to wash your hands before dinner, do it with dishwashing soap to help remove any oil...


* When you get out of the shower use deep clean pads for achne (Clearasil) to further help get the plant oil out of your skin.


* If necessary, use a very strong mixture of salt water (dissolve as much course rock salt in hot water as the water will hold). Wait until warm and then dab onto affected areas to help dry it up... do not do this on face.


* Load up on vit. C, about 6000-10000mg per day to help dry system out and kill bacteria. Eat yogurt to help replenish the good bacteria in your intestinal tract.


* Wash all clothing, shoes and especially laces in warm to hot water daily.


* Disinfect (using alcohol etc) steering wheel, car keys, door handle, keyboard, mouse, chair, light switches etc.


* Use a hair dryer on high, to heat up your skin where it itches, when it gets too hot pull it away. You'll feel a euphoric sensation and you may get 2-4 hours of itch relief.


* Load up on the Calamine lotion to further reduce the itch and further dry it out.


* Soak in a salt water tub (2kg bag coarse salt) or hot tub OR swim in a clorinated pool... to help dry it out. 20-30 min twice per day. (Soak or Swim). If you live on the coast, you are blessed (salt water). Try not to bandage up your skin too tightly, it needs to breath to heal.


* Repeat these steps daily until you can switch to healing your skin with essential oils and moisturizers!





Focus on the cause of the problem - removing the Urushial Oil from your skin. The dishwashing soap and the deep clean pads are essential. I was going to order Zanfel or TechNu but they didn't ship to Canada.... try dishwashing detergent, it's probably the same product!!! It's only $3 and it's already under your sink. You should notice a difference within half a day using dishwasing soap and you may may even smell like a lemon, ha!. Oh ya, sleep in long T-shirt, house pants, and socks and wash 'em daily.


-- Evan Ruzcyky (evan@NOSPAMnaturally-wild.com) submitted 23/May/2001





Well, I have found that a few special steps have effectively helped stop itch and cure poison ivy within 3 days max.





1. Take a mango and split it open, preferably in half. It has to be juicy, real juicy. Smear the juice for 10 minutes on affected areas.


2. Take a bag of salt, and a bag of sugar; and mix in 1 teaspoon of pepper. This may seem crazy, but it works. Wet the conglomerate down and lather up the areas! Let dry for 1 day.


3. This is a tough step. You've heard that tomato juice baths take care of skunk stench. Well, the same process works for the ivy. Fill the tub with the juice and once again mix in salt. And wham, kiss your ivy goodbye!!!





This has worked at least 10 times for me; and the same will go for you.


--"bob jones" (xisthebest@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 11/Aug/2002





I think it's incredibly important to get the word out about mangos I am suffering from a severe rash on my face from touching my face while cutting up a mango. It took a lot of detective work to figure out who was the culprit, but there you have it! There is no poison ivy/oak/sumac anywhere near my house. I haven't experienced a bout of poison ivy/oak since I was in high school. Imagine my surprise! Then, I go on the web to find out if mango, which I had eaten a few times several years ago but not recently, had any history of allergic reactions. Thank you for your informative website, and for enlightening me about the various sources of the 'devil' poison!


--"NancyO" (calamitynan@NOSPAMyahoo.com) submitted 17/Jan/2002





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Plan of Attack


I've read through most of your site and believe the following may help those looking for a clearly laid out plan of attack.





Treatment for Poison Ivy / Oak/ Sumac, etc:


--------------------------------------...





Follow the basics:


1) Wash immediately after contact with plant (best within 15 mintues)


Try one of the following cleansers to help remove the plant oil


(Urushiol oil):


a) Technu Oak-N-Ivy Cleanser


b) Fels Naphtha soap


c) Dish soap (Joy, Palmolive, etc)





2) Wash often (2-4 times) a day.





3) Wear/use clothing %26amp; bedding only once (preferrably) then wash.





4) Drink plenty of water and take vitamins.


5) Your body should take care of the rest. If persists more than 7 days,


consult a doctor.


--------------------------------------...





Any of the following MAY help:


- Use a body powder (baby powder, Gold Bond Medicated, shower-to-shower,


etc.)


- Take an antihistamine (such as Benedryl - tablets, not cream)


- Soak in chlorine water (or salt water) for 20-30 minutes/day


- Apply Zanfel or similar product to infected areas.


- Disinfect all objects you use or touch (steering wheel, door handles,


chairs, etc)


- Use heat or hot water (only hot as is bearable) to sway the desire to


itch.


- Go to doctor and get a cortisone shot.


--------------------------------------...





1) Do NOT use straight bleach directly on the skin (esp. on open wounds or


blisters)





2) Do not use astringents (sensitizes skin allowing Urushiol oil to seep in


easier).


a) Alcohol


b) Witch hazel


c) Calamine lotion


d) Caladryl


e) Perfumes/colognes


f) scented creams/ointments








Thanks for putting together such an informative site.





Kevin Hulett


Dallas, Texas








-- Kevin Hulett" (khulett@NOSPAMnortelnetworks.com) submitted Jul/23/2001





Hi! I live in Oklahoma and work in the outdoors alot, which brings me into contact with most of the Poisonous vines, plants, shrubs, etc. on a constant basis. As I develop a rash from one of the plants quite frequently, I can offer some advice to those that do not catch it quite often.





1. Take all clothes that might of come in contact with the plants and wash them thourghly (twice), second- take all bedding and towels that you might have come in contact with and wash them thourghly (This is why your keeps developing and spreading),


2. Apply "Rhuli" OTC gel to the affected areas.


3. Wear socks on your arms and hands at night to help with not scratching.


4. If you have blisters, try not to pop them, but if have to heat a needle and lightly prick them and use a napkin to slowly drain them. Then apply "Ivy Dry" liquid otc to the blistered area (As a alternative, five cups of real Bleach in a cool bath will also help).


5. Buy a Jewelweed soap bar and lightly lather the affected area when showering. If you have a really bad case, contact your doctor for predisone (rash), and zyrtec (itching) as these two really seem to help.





Remember to wash all clothing and bedding that may still have the poison on it, as you will only keeping developing the rash, as the poison keeps coming in contact with you when you sleep. The liquid in the bumps do not spread the rash, the oil in your clothes and bedding keep coming in contact with you. Oh yeah, if you live by the ocean, or have a pool, go for a swim. This will help dry out the rash. Also, if it in around your eyes, try on of the gauze eye pathes to soak up the liquid that gels and keeps your eyes closed. If you do all the above, you should be over the rash in four days, I usually am.


--"Thomas Wahpekeche" (Thomas.Wahpekeche@NOSPAMDDC.DLA.MIL) submitted 15/May/2003





This was my first time having poison ivy this year. I tried cortizone 10 for the first two days but it just didn't keep the itch away long enough. So I came to this website in search of relief. I found that the best ways to relieve itch and heal faster are as follows:





1. Spread a mixture of oatmeal, baking soda, and hot water on the affected area. (should be very thick, and about half oatmeal and half baking soda)


2. Then, when dried rinse off with hot water.


3. Apply rubbing alcohol(or peroxide)to affected area.


4. Blow dry the affectd area.





I hope this works as good s it worked for me.


--"Rebecca" (harrythecow@NOSPAMyahoo.com) submitted 1/Jul/2003





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The Key Ingredient - Water


If you read almost all of the suggestions you have gotten in regards to "curing" poison Ivy, they all have 1 thing in common. Water. Intermittant water application ( several applications, several times daily) is a great way to help poison ivy dry up by itself quickly. You want to try and stay away from types of astringents (alcohol and such) as well as skin sensitizers like perfume, scented creams and ointments, and yes even good old caladryl/benadryl lotion. These all make the skin more sensative, and therefore allow the Urushiol oil to seep in easier. It should be noted that after the first 15 minutes or so of contact with the oil, it is very very difficult to remove from the skin, mainly it only comes off with the natural slough off of the skin itself. My last comment is in regards to the preventative shot. It may still be available in some areas, but is very rarely used, because as with any preventative shot like this, the injection consists of minute amounts of the active oil, injected into the skin, allowing the body to build up its own natural immunity. Since people can be sensitive down to 1 nanogram of the oil, obviously its tough to guage where to start the injection levels,and then to get such a small quantity. Thus the reason people were dying from it. Systemic PI like that can be deadly.... that is why it is not very common.


-- Jim Walsh (anonymous email address) submitted Jun/20/2000


Editor note: Thank you. This makes a lot of sense to me.





I have had posion oak 7 times in the past 4-5 years and I just got another case of it.





1. Take cold showers only (relive itch)


2. Take a very soft cloth to wash with


3. Put some sort of cloth or anything to wrap the exposed area so if you do happen to itch it it dosn't spread.


4. Do not bother with creams or anything just ignore the itch if you can if not get a bag of ice and put it onto the area.


5. Most important wash hand frequantly.(immeaditly if you touched it)





--"micheal" (campm538@NOSPAMhsd.k12.or.us) submitted 13/Mar/2003





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See the Doctor


I got poison ivy after weeding in my yard. I had a severe reaction; blistering, swelling rash all over my arms, legs and midrif. I purchased EVERY possible OTC remedy from oatmeal and other bath soaks to hydrocortisone creams, calamine lotions, etc. After calling my doctor and speaking with numerous pharmacists around town the ONLY things that I found to be effective were 1)a steroid shot (which was in itself not initally effective) 2)Ivy dry liquid 3)steroid medication pack (ingested) 4)Benedryl pills (not creams or liquid sticks) to relieve the itching (it really works). The Ivy Dry and steroid medication-ingested were the only things that in combination dried my blisters and helped to diminish the rash and itching. I hope this helps someone else!!


-- Steffanie Hofer (stefhofer@NOSPAMaol.com) submitted Jun/8/2000


Editor note: Thank you. Your experience was similiar to mine with the exception that I found Zanfel and I didn't make it to the doctor being the big chicken I am.





Poison Ivy, yuk! What an awful substance to those allergic to it and just another plant to those who are not. There are many plants out there that c ause similiar allergic rashes and are not limited to just the common poison ivy, sumac, oak plants etc...so be careful! Here are some steps to follow AFTER you have already been infected. 1. Get a cortisone shot immediately. This will start the healing process. You must figure out where and how you became infected and remove it to keep from ge tting re-exposed again. 2. Take an antihistamine. Claritin works well. Benedryl also has given good r esults. 3. Take a hot shower as hot as you can stand. It may spread a little, but this will provide hours of itch free rest relaxation. 4. Get a cortisone cream from your doctor. 10% works best and applied after a hot shower is a good combination. 5. Stay out of the heat and avoid restrictive clothing. These are all the things I have learned over the years that works best to minimi ze recovery time. I am highly sensitive and dream of the day these rashes are e liminated.


-- Shawn (harveystjock@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 10/Sep/2000





First of all, I find it amazing that many of the folks who have posted messages within this forum actually believe that they discovered a miracle cure on the 8th day, or 10th day of the rash. People, non-systemic cases of poison ivy rash start to resolve on their own in 7-10 days with proper common sense precautions. The fact that you found a cure on day 8,9 or 10 is a mere coincidince with the normal recovery time. With previous bouts, I have tried Zanfel, Palmolive, rubbing alcohol, etc. They all bring short term relief. But none of them are cures - I have scars on my arms to prove it. With my most recent bout, I took extra precautions while working in my garden. Long pants, long sleeve shirt, hat, gloves. I worked in the garden for 8 hours on Saturday, carefully changing shirts and gloves on 3 occassions. To top it all off, I was working with weeds and ivy that I had killed with Round Up two months earlier - the stuff was dead, but the oil lingered. I noticed an eruption on my wrist on Sunday. By Monday morning, I had minor outbreaks on both wrists, my forearms, forehead, and neck. Knowing that I could not handle another two-week battle with a poison ivy rash, I headed straight to my doctor and was given a prescription for a prednisone taper (a six-day prescription with diminishing doses each day). I took the first six pills on Monday. After a somewhat restless night Monday night (a minor side effect of the steroid) I awoke Tuesday morning (only 3 days after initial exposure) to find that my rash was starting to resolve, and no new outbreaks. I am now at work on Tuesday, and I can visually monitor the vanishing of my rash. And I'm not using any other products in conjunction - no creams, gels, ointments. The pills are small and easy to swallow. Pills (especially the taper kit) are also a much safer form of delivery than a shot in the behind. The long and short of this - in order to effectively rid yourself of this trechery, you've got to nip it in the bud. If you are already oozing, you can forget about it. Although I have found that a 10 minute dip in the ocean can bring a lot of relief and a shorter recovery time. Also, after exposure to the plant, strip naked and leave all of your clothes outside and then shower with your favorite dish soap. Also be sure to wash all tools, shoes, keys, sunglasses, doorknobs - anything that you may have contacted during or after your exposure. Wash your contaminated clothes seperately. Then wash them again. Best of luck.


--"Chris Bauermann" (chrisbauermann@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 18/Sep/2001





I recently went to the doctor for a severe case of poison ivy all over my body. The doctor told me that it could not be spread by itching only by the oil from the plant oil from the plant and it kept showing up becuase it takes some spots longer to develop than others. He gave me a steriod and I went to the store and bought every medication there was. The only thing that helped was taking Benadryl every four hours and the steriod. Then putting a lotion called Calydryl and Domeboro on it. I was able to get rid of my poison ivy in about a week and a half.


--"David" (lisarhj@NOSPAMyahoo.com) submitted 18/Jun/2002





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Stay Disciplined


I have had poison ivy on both legs, both arms, my chest, my back and my stomach for over a month now. It is finally starting to disappear, but my life has been a living hell until recently. I went to a dermatologist, got a cortisone shot but several days later called her and got Prednisone by mouth. They helped somewhat. I also started bathing with about a cup of bleach in the water,do this twice a day if possible. After bathing, put on alcohol or witch hazel. The alcohol will burn slightly, but it dries quickly. I tried straight bleach but it burns terribly. I also got Ultravate ointment from the doctor. It helped alot, but I was covered and it is a little expensive, $34.00/15gram tube. I went through two, and couldn't afford anymore. So I bought some Gold Bond cream and some gel by Band Aid (K-Mart). I also cut my fingernails down to nothing and slept with rubber gloves on. They say scratching doesn't spread it, but I don't believe it it. Wash your pet (!my source) and keep them out of it. Wash your clothes after one wearing, use your towel once,change bed sheets at least twice a week. Wash everything you can think of and keep washing. Mine has started to go away in the last few days, so I have gotten a little lax with the treatment, don't do this. Keep up with all your treatments until it is gone.


-- Connie (dkpeavy@NOSPAMemail.msn.com) submitted 25/Jun/2001





I just beat Poison Ivy and the last time I had it was when I was 7 years old, so 30 years ago for me. I have to say that The hair dryer trick worked for me really well. I also used technu and it also really helped. My ritual was to scrub down in technu and then shower (cool water) then go to hot water as much as I could stand. After drying off I took the hair dryer and heated the affected areas again as much as I could stand. I then would apply "Ruhli gel" or called "band aid" anti itch ointment and I could sleep like a baby. The hair dryer took the itch right out %26amp; the gel cooled and soothed the areas. Worked for me, but again poison ivy will take its coarse and leave in 7 to 10 days or so but this really lessened the problem. God Bless.


--"Clint Goulet" (crazywithkids@NOSPAMworldnet.att.net) submitted 10/Oct/2001





Wow, what a site for reading. I get poison ivy,oak and sumac very easily. I have experienced it on every portion of my body including having my eyes so infected that they were swollen shut. I discovered Technu a few years ago and it is a wonderful product. They used to have a preexposure product that you could use, but I have been unable to find it so I use another brand of product. I can't remember the name of it right now. Here is what I do...put the preexposure lotion on any skin that may be exposed to the urushiol oil. This includes your entire face (my experience in the woods is always walking into spider webs and they go across your face and the first thing you want to do is wipe your face with your hand) Big no-no. Wear long shirts,long pants, a hat and gloves. Always put the lotion on your hands because you invariably have to remove your gloves for many reasons. Never pick up walking sticks from the ground, break off a dead branch from a tree that has no vines growing on it. Do not lean against trees without looking to see if there is a vine growing up it. Do these things in any season, if your as allergic as me you can get poison ivy in the dead of winter. In the mowing season wear a dust mask and goggles. When your ready to clean yourself,first use the Technu poison oak and ivy wash, rub the lotion over all exposed skin and any areas you think may have been exposed for several minutes rinse thouroughly with water warm, hot, cold it doesn't matter. Now comes the real kicker, I always take a bottle of rubbing alcohol with me. I wet a rag with the alcohol and and wash all areas that I think were exposed and then some. Caution: don't do this around open flames for obvious reasons. When washing your face take a deep breath first, the alcohol evaporating will take the air away from you for a short time, nothing different than jumping in a pool and holding your breath. I have used this method all year while mowing my timber grass, mushroom hunting and picking wi!ld rasberries and I have not...(Knock On Wood)....been infected with poison ivy yet this year and I've been mowing it which is another big NO-NO,unless you protect yourself. Good Luck.


--"Dan Byrnes Sr." (dtb@NOSPAMmidamericagroup.com) submitted 28/Aug/2002





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My regimen


I am now and have always been agergic to poison oak and ivy. Ive had shots and pills, they work. Im 59 and have found 3 things that help.





1. Clorine bleach if used as soon as a rash appears.


2. Soap and water if im exposed,but realy wash and dont miss spots.


3. Fluid extract of Grindlia applied to the rash, even if advanced. this has never faild me in the last 12 years.





-- Philip Jones (ezguync@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 24/May/2001





After exposure take a shower and use Dawn dishwashing liquid instead of regular soap. It is designed to remove oil and does a good job removing the oil from poison ivy. To stop the itch I use Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride that is available in a clear gel from Benadryl.To kill the plants I have found that Grazon p+d a herbacide, works well.I Hope this info. Is helpful to others.This website was very informative. Thanks for sponsoring it.Denis Dwyer


--"Denis Dwyer" (denisd@NOSPAMbellsouth.net) submitted 29/Jul/2001





After having the worst case of poison ivy in my life I have come to one conclusion. There is very little you can do to speed the process along except to maybe dry the rash out a little faster. For the most part you just have to wait it out and make yourself as confortable as possible. Until now the only family remedy I had for treating poison ivy was Fels Naptha soap. Made into a paste and left on the skin, it's supposed to help dry the rash faster. That has always seemed to be of some help before in my milder cases. This time I unfortunatly had it so bad that my face severly swelled and I could not find the soap in the stores. Knowing that the point was to dry the rash but not being extreme enough to use clorox, I used alcohol rubs on the effected areas (not as much on the face though since I have sensitive skin there). At this point my husband also made me go to the clinic to get medication. They gave me a shot that worked like prednizone to help the swelling and prednizone pills for 5 days. They also advised me to take Benadryl pills to help the itching. I'm not sure if the prednizone helped, it's hard to say but it did seem that the Benadryl stopped the itching. I also discovered that while trying to keep swelling down with ice packs that it also helped the itching and burning. This led me to try a foot powder that I had used when I was pregnant. It's call Freeman's Bare Feet with vanilla mint and aloe. It was meant to be used for the two things that I was trying to accomplish with the alcohol and the ice packs. It dries and cools. So after an extremly hot shower (to remove the histamine as suggested in other comments) I would still do the alchol rub and then apply the foot cream. I was a huge relief after sleeping for two nights with an ice pack tied to my face! It's worth a try.


--"Rebecca Sogard" (rsogard@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 19/Nov/2001





I have read all of these suggestions that vary from bleach to hot showers. However, I have had poison ivy/oak/sumac every year since I was a child, so I've learned a lot over the years. First of all, my doctor surprisingly verified that the poison is not spread by scratching the affected area and then directly scratching an unaffected area. The oils from the poison spread by attaching themselves to cloth-like materials (sheets/clothing). If you scratch the affected area and then scratch your face this will not spread the rash. It is a myth. The oils cannot be transferred by touch. It's also a myth that the poison gets in your blood. The poison oil is on top skin, so that's why when you scratch, it spreads around that area. There are 3 things you must do to get rid of it:1. Keep handy a tube of a prescribed lotion called Betamethasone Dipropionate, which is a steroid cream. The instant you get the first spot on your skin, apply it. This will avoid further spreading. 2. If the poison has already spread on various areas, go immediately to the doctor and get a steroid shot. You'll see the rash begin to dry up within 24-48 hours. 3. Purchase this stuff...and I cannot remember the name, but it's sold in most drug/grocery stores. It's made specifically for the 3 poisons. You wash your clothes/sheets in it. You can also take a bath in it. It will get rid of all the oils from your things.


--"Christa Abdou" (christamabdou@NOSPAMaol.com) submitted 25/Nov/2001





I am highly allergic to poison oak, and starting in February of every year, I start getting reactions (I live in Northern ca). I no longer go to the emergency room for prednisone, because it does not work. I have tried everything, but now have a regimen that works for me.





1. Handiwipes or baby wipes if I think I have touched something that might have the oil on it. I use a Technu followup if I am within a few hours.


2. Zanfel. If I have a breakout, this stuff really helps. I follow with #3


3. Topical anti-oxidents. I use Vitamin c ester oil, and a cream containing alpha lipoic acid and green tea. Should I get a breakout on my face, frequent applications of the vitamin c oil and the cream contain the breakout and reduce the discomfort by about 70% The products I use with the vitamin c in them are made by Jason's Naturals. www.jason-natural.com


4. I also up my antioxident supplement intake.





Hope this helps.


--Nancy6075@NOSPAMaol.com submitted 16/Feb/2003





I am a hypo-allergenic person to poison ivy. Whenever I break out, first I wash my whole body with Lye soap, which helps dry it out and wash away oils. I also poor hydrogen peroxide over the blister after I puncture the blister with a knife or needle. You keep doing intervals of pouring it on until the bubbling stops. When I go to sleep I put long soccer socks on my hands and put on a long sleeve shirt with long pants. Change clothes and socks every day to avoid recontamination. During day cover up any blister with some sort of band aid with tea tree oil on blister to help kill oils and dry out. Thats about it. I get rid of poison ivy faster with this routine.


--"Philip Haughey" (bigphil@NOSPAMmyexcel.com) submitted 26/Apr/2003





I can't believe how this poison ivy can drive you crazy! I tried everything to relieve it. I found some ideas on your site so I incorporated a combination of them. I took a really hot shower. I used shampoo to scrub the area (oh that felt so good) being careful to use the washcloth only on that area of my body. The shampoo is formulated to remove oils, so it's a good choice. After that I just stood there and let the hot water run over it for about 5 minutes. It itched like crazy while I did that, but it felt so much better afterward. Anyway, after I toweled off, I put rubbing alcohol on it (if you open sores, it will hurt like hell, but it will heal faster). Then!!! I put diaper rash ointment on it. Oh what relief!! I'm taking the rash ointment with me everywhere I go until this is completely healed. (I used a%26amp;d ointment, but I think any diaper rash ointment will work. I also think Preparation h would work well.) I also learned that it's imperative that you don't cover the rash with restrictive cloth. It spreads it and makes it worse. I hope this is helpful to others.


--"DiAnna Petty" (no email provided) submitted 5/Jul/2003





I want to share what I have experienced so that you don't have to spend so much money on trying so many different poison ivy treatment lotions, gels, etc. I finally found the best combination for me. I purchased the Aveeno soap bar for treating acne which has the same colloidal oatmeal used in their poison ivy bath cleanser. It may sting a little if you apply it dirrectly onto your body, but the slight stinging assures you that it is killing off the poison. Hot water makes it feel real good like you're scratching but do not use hot water if possible because it tends to irritate the skin more and make it red. Once you are completely dry, apply Caladryl Clear or CalaGel by oak-n-ivy about two to three times daily after every shower which really dries it up.


--Sprint (jptouche@NOSPAMearthlink.net) submitted 13/Jul/2003





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My Cure


Ok I tryed all of your sugestion and they cure the itch but then I decide to take water then baking soda then I but vinger and aloe vera cream and alot of salt and a little bit of wash detergent then you mix and after 2 hours the rask is completly gone no itch or no rach or bumps nutting


--"Stephane" (iverson_03_rules15@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 22/Aug/2002





I'm an avid outdoorsman with two big dogs, so getting poison ivy, about 15 times a year, is inevitable. My solution to this pesky rash, if your not highly alergic to it, is to wait it out. Your body knows best and will take care of itself. Stay busy to keep your mind off it, and it will be gone before you know it.


--"Dustin Branick" (bosleydurden@NOSPAMhotmail.com) submitted 3/Jul/2003





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Cold Water, Dawn, and Warning


I am 43 and have never had posion oak or Ivy until this year. As I am hiv+ this was a great concern for me and my doctor. This is the most effective treatment for the posion that I have found and has kept the blisters from forming and the itching to little or none. First of all, if you have contacted posion oak or ivy do not bathe. If you do bathe and are successful in washing the oil off it can re-adhere to your skin upon exiting the tub and you can end up with it worse. Shower in the coldest water you can stand for as long as you can stand. The cold water keeps the pores from opening and the oil from going into these pores. Use Dawn anti-bacterial liquid dish soap and don't be stingy with it. Lots of soap and lather. Becareful to use a fresh wash cloth when washing your face as not to transfer the oils to your face. The soap seems to wash most of the oils away and begins the drying process long before nature. After your cold shower take a Fresh cloth and soak it with cider vinagar and wash your body with it. Again use a fresh cloth on the face area. I, also, follow with a benedryl twice a day until the symptoms are completely gone. This sure seemed to lessen the severity by so much it was unbelievable. Please use caution if you take any immune booster containing the oil. My dear friend brought some back from illinois and began taking it and developed posion oak in her mouth, throat, and everywhere it came into contact with util it exited her body, and yes there too. She was in a serious situation doing this. They banned that product in California for a reason, so please don't use. Remember always cold water showers and never never hot. The Dawn and vinegar seem to work wonderful for me, although, you may still have a small rash and lite itching, it is much less pronounced. I hope this works for someone else as well is much less pronounced. I hope this works for someone else as well


Home Remedy for Poison Ivy


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Poison Ivy home remedy treatment is quite effective. Following are some Poison Ivy cure home remedies. Read on for home remedy for Poison Ivy:





* For relief, apply Aloe Vera juice on the poison ivy affected area.


* Rubbing alcohol on the problematic area is good remedy. Thereafter, don’t forget to first rinse the area with plain water and then wash it with soap and water.


* Rubbing the inside of the Banana peel on the infected area will be quite helpful in relieving the itching.


* Apply a mixture of 1/4 cup bleach and 3/4 cup of warm water to the problematic area with a washcloth. This will help in killing the poison within 2 to 3 days.


* Taking Vitamin C daily with bioflavonoids will prevent infection and subside inflammation.


* Zinc must be taken by the victim as an aid for repairing damaged skin tissues.
Reply:Lanacane spray works great and you can get it from CVS
Reply:I agree with the first person lanacane spray!!!!
Reply:If you have "gotten into it" but have not broken out yet, I would recommend scrubbing the contaminated skin with rubbing alcohol and a disposable paper towel. The alcohol will break up the plant's oils which cause the allergic reaction.





If you have already broken out, try calamine lotion or ask your pharmacist for "Ivy Dry" lotion. It is non-prescription but is often behind the counter. My husband swears by it. However, if you have a really bad reaction to the plant, like swelling of your eyes, face, or throat, go see your doctor. My mom had to take a short course of steroids to stop her allergic reaction.





Be sure to wash any clothes or coats or shoes that may have come into contact with the plant. The oil can cling to clothes and remain for a long time, perhaps even "reinfecting" you next fall when you put your coat back on. If you can't wash your shoes, wipe them down good with an alcohol-drenched paper towel. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after throwing away the paper towel, and don't touch anything else until you do!