Is poison ivy contagious?

33-year-old woman3 years ago
My boyfriend got poison ivy on him. Does Reactin and cortisone cream prevent the infection? How long can the symptoms last? Thank you
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Naji-tom Samaha · 3 years ago
Hello!
Injuries resulting from exposure to poison ivy are not contagious, but it is possible to come in contact with poison ivy and/or its sap by touching clothing that may have been in contact with poison ivy. It is therefore recommended to wash everything your friend was wearing the day he could have been in contact with poison ivy, as well as bedding if there was contact.
For the healing, it can take between 1 to 3 weeks depending on the extent of the infection.
I hope this has helped you, and if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!
Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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