Cheach 0 #1 July 6, 2010 This sucks. I don't get the whole crazy blisters thing- but holy hell. I am in pain. It's all over my back and my sides and on the "ladies"- no I wasn't rolling around naked. It has no spread to my legs. I've got the calamine lotion. Done the vinegar bath thing....what else?I woke up next to a blowup doll Ash....so what do you think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #2 July 6, 2010 Go to the Doc, Dose pack.I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheach 0 #3 July 6, 2010 I was trying to avoid steroids- but I may have toI woke up next to a blowup doll Ash....so what do you think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #4 July 6, 2010 CHEACH IS GONNA GET A SHOT IN THE ASS.... TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanpilot 0 #5 July 6, 2010 Mineral spirits. Seriously, it cuts the resin that causes the itch, rash, etc. Kinda smelly though._________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #6 July 6, 2010 Quote CHEACH IS GONNA GET A SHOT IN THE ASS.... Jealous?"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #7 July 6, 2010 FFS, get to a doctor. In the meantime call the doc's office; and when the doc calls you back, ask whether taking an antihistamine and/or rubbing on an antihistamine cream is a good idea. I think it is, but what the hell do I know? - I'm not a physician. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #8 July 6, 2010 All the calamine ever did for me was dry my skin out and make me itch more. A nice cool bath is quite soothing. Living in Florida, a quick salty dip in the Gulf seems to heal the blisters quickly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #9 July 6, 2010 Hey cheach, Next time stay away from Poison Ivy If you have been around it use this---->> Lye Soap I have never had poison oak or Ivy. But whenever my parents/grandparents knew we were around it we had to use lye soap and wash all our clothing in it. Lye soap is great to have around for bug bites too. It takes the itch almost instantly.TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #10 July 6, 2010 Quote Go to the Doc, Dose pack. Wrong - Post pictures of the girls so we can all comiserate with you and show you lots of sympathy. We should be updated on the healing process hourly, or at least daily.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DFWAJG 4 #11 July 6, 2010 Stop scratching yourself. You are spreading it all over by scratching. It has something to do with "complement." (Something I forgot about from medical school. Karen would probably know.) But stop scratching and touching yourself afterwards. Calamine lotion will help. As will epsom salt baths. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #12 July 6, 2010 if you haven't already... take an oral antihistamine... the rash from the poison ivy is more or less an alergic reaction... topical antihistamines can help but oral antihistamines can also help...Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #13 July 6, 2010 You need something to break up the oil on your skin that is causing the itching/rash. It can stay on clothes, bedding, hands, etc and active for up to a year! Try these: Tecnu Skin Wash Cortaid Buji Wash The last one came highly recommended to me by a friend that has used it several times. I keep some of the wipes in my backpack when camping/hiking. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFKING 4 #14 July 6, 2010 I've been allergic all my life, and tried everything known to man, and a few things not. Domeboro astringent (OTC) seems to work best for me. Good luck.....I know how miserable it can be. Don"When in doubt I whip it out, I got me a rock-and-roll band. It's a free-for-all." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheach 0 #15 July 6, 2010 Thanks guys! Been trying a lot of stuff....feeling much better todayI woke up next to a blowup doll Ash....so what do you think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #16 July 6, 2010 That is good to hear.. TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snowwhite 0 #17 July 7, 2010 Unfortunately, my job requires that I work in Poison Ivy, so I pretty much have it from March to October every year. I constantly get re-exposed. I pulled it with my bare hands for 40 years with no probs then one year BAM! Everywhere, even in my throat and ears! That year I became a lot more careful and aware. Clothing- take it off as soon as you walk in the door don't sit on the edge of your bed or any other place while you do this, the Urishiol on your clothing gets on everything else and stays there for you to reinfect yourself. By the way, I finally figured out my tennis shoe strings were the reason my fingers were constantly inflamed. Tools- Wash them off with strong soap if you have used them in an area likely to have poison ivy Body- Use the most astringent soap you can stand and take a HOT HOT shower from head to toe. You have to get rid of the Urishiol that may be anywhere on you. Pets- Don't let them run in poison ivy areas, and this may be your back yard, even well manicured areas, so learn to identify it. If your pets are indoor/outdoor wash them in really astringent PEOPLE shampoo, not pet shampoo. Pet shampoos don't cut the Urishiol. I find I get the most relief from hot water run over the blisters. If I do this for a couple of minutes a couple of times a day, no pain, and they dry out fast. If it's bad I take an antihystimine at night before I go to bed. The only time I ever resorted to steroids was the year that my throat and mouth were involved. To me, that seemed potentially dangerous. Otherwise, it's just a pain in the A$$ Little known fact, poison ivy seeds are one of the favorite foods of many songbirds. This is the reason I don't encourage my clients to iradicate it from their wooded areas. We can go without visiting every inch of the woods in favor of having a great variety of birds visiting us!skydiveTaylorville.org freefallbeth@yahoo.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #18 July 7, 2010 Quote Thanks guys! Been trying a lot of stuff....feeling much better today AHEM . . . photo update please!I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheach 0 #19 July 7, 2010 How gross! My red bumpy skin is not hot I woke up next to a blowup doll Ash....so what do you think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #20 July 7, 2010 So, you taking applications for the role of 'lotion applier'? "I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheach 0 #21 July 7, 2010 lol. My mommy has filled that role. Nobody can do her job better!I woke up next to a blowup doll Ash....so what do you think? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
porpoishead 8 #22 July 7, 2010 Quote lol. My mommy has filled that role. Nobody can do her job better! i disagreeif you want a friend feed any animal Perry Farrell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #23 July 7, 2010 Quote lol. My mommy has filled that role. Nobody can do her job better! A little mother on daughter bonding huh?"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #24 July 7, 2010 Quote Quote lol. My mommy has filled that role. Nobody can do her job better! i disagree I second the motion and will wager that her statement is false.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #25 July 7, 2010 Quote Quote Quote lol. My mommy has filled that role. Nobody can do her job better! i disagree I second the motion and will wager that her statement is false. I demand photographic proof! For umm you know, uhh the jury and such"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
