Poison Ivy Treatment In Westmont, IL

The CDC says an amount of urushiol smaller than a grain of salt causes a rash in 80 to 90 percent of adults. Signs include:

• Severe itching
• Red lines or patches where leaves brushed the skin
• Bumps and blisters that may weep
• Swelling

The rash is not contagious, and blister fluid does not spread it. New spots can appear if oil is still on your skin, clothing, gloves, garden tools or a pet’s fur. Dead vines and roots still carry the oil, so exposure can happen in any season. Never burn poison ivy: smoke can carry the oil into your lungs.

Your provider examines the rash, asks about the exposure and your past reactions, and checks for infection. Care depends on how much skin is involved:

• Mild rash: home care advice and options to ease the itch
• Widespread or severe rash, or a rash on the face: topical or oral prescription medicine may be recommended to reduce inflammation
• Infected skin from scratching: evaluation and treatment of the infection

Home care tips from dermatologists: wash skin right away with warm, soapy water or rubbing alcohol; wash clothes, tools and pets; use cool compresses, calamine lotion or cool oatmeal baths; and do not scratch or pop blisters.

Go to the emergency room right away for trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face or an eye swollen shut, a rash around the eyes, mouth or genitals, a rash covering most of your body, or fever. Seek emergency care after breathing in smoke from burning plants.

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for chest pain or pressure, severe trouble breathing, sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face or body, sudden trouble speaking or seeing, fainting or severe confusion, a seizure, or heavy bleeding.

• Poison oak treatment
• Skin rash evaluation
• Insect sting care
• Kids urgent visits

Gardeners, hikers and families come to us for poison ivy care from towns close to Westmont, IL, including:

• Hinsdale, IL: about 2.4 miles east of our Cass Ave clinic
• Darien, IL: about 3.1 miles south of our Cass Ave clinic
• Western Springs, IL: about 4 miles east of our Cass Ave clinic
• Willowbrook, IL: about 2.7 miles southeast of our Cass Ave clinic
• Woodridge, IL: about 4.5 miles southwest of our Cass Ave clinic

Distances are straight-line miles. Neighbors in our home town can read more on our Westmont, IL urgent care page.

We accept most major plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield (PPO), BCBS Advocate Good Samaritan (HMO), BCBS Medicaid Community, Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Meridian, CountyCare, Multiplan/PHCS, ACPN, USAMCO and State of Illinois Benefit Plans. Coverage for lab work depends on your plan, so please call (630) 324-6825 to confirm before you come. Details are on our cost and insurance page.

No insurance, or prefer not to use it? We offer flat, upfront self-pay urgent care pricing, with a general visit from $125. Ask us about the cost of any lab test before it is ordered.

Both of our locations are open Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 5 PM. The main clinic is at 29 N Cass Ave, Ste A, Westmont, IL 60559. Our second location, inside Jewel-Osco, is at 4 E Ogden Ave, Westmont, IL 60559. Walk in, or check in online to save your place.

Can I spread poison ivy by scratching?

Scratching does not spread the rash, but it can lead to infection. New spots usually come from oil still on skin, clothes or objects.

How long does poison ivy last?

Usually one to three weeks. Symptoms are often worst 4 to 7 days after exposure.

Can my dog give me poison ivy?

Yes, if the oil is on its fur. Bathe the pet while wearing rubber gloves.

Do I need an appointment?

No. Walk in, or check in online for poison ivy treatment.