Can I go in my hot tub with Poison Ivy?

Question

I have poison ivy on my wrist pretty bad, can I go in my own hot tub and it will be ok, or will it be bad and spread? I don't want my other family members to catch it, and I don't know if it can spread threw water...It's not leaking oils right now, it's pretty much dried up, but it's still really itchy. So I don't know if I should go in or not....

Answer 1

It can't spread through the water in a hot tub. There are too many chemicals in there that will kill it instantly. It also would be beneficial to you since the chemicals in a hot tub tend to dry your skin out. That is how to get rid of poison ivy....dry it out. It is only contagious when it is wet and seeping. So jump in and relax...you will be glad you did.

Answer 2

Hot Poison Ivy

Answer 3

Poison Ivy Hot

Answer 4

poision ivy rash is the reaction of your skin to the oils of the plant. once you have absorbed or washed away the oils, the poison ivy is not a threat to you or anybody else. Doesn't help the itching or the spreading of the rash on you though, bc your skin is still dealing with the initial contact. However, if you scratch and have open lesions, you will be exposing others to your secondary infections in the tub. Your call there, but etiquette demands that when you have a rash, you don't expose it to other people. Even if its completely non-contagious, it will make them feel uncomfortable even if they don't say anything.

Answer 5

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Can I go in my hot tub with Poison Ivy?
I have poison ivy on my wrist pretty bad, can I go in my own hot tub and it will be ok, or will it be bad and spread? I don't want my other family members to catch it, and I don't know if it can spread threw water...It's not leaking oils right now, it's pretty much dried up, but...

Answer 6

Hi Animal Lover

Here are a few points you should be aware of, including taking a bath.

Symptoms
Symptoms include contact dermatitis or allergic symptoms such as a rash and blisters. In severe cases, symptoms can also include lethargy (fatigue), sleep disorders, and general discomfort and feelings of illness.

Cause
Know what these poisonous plants look like. Poison oak, ivy, and sumac grow as vines or bushes, and the leaves have three leaflets (ivy and oak) or a row of paired leaflets (sumac). When spending time outdoors in areas where these plants grow, avoid touching them and wear long sleeve pants and shirts. Also wash any clothing that comes in contact with the plants. Sometimes cases that do not go away are due to repeated exposure through contaminated clothing.

Some sensitive individuals may react or continue to be exposed to the oils of these plants by being around pets and other animals petting animals that have run through patches of the plants. They can also contract poison oak and poison ivy by inhaling smoke from the burning plants.

Caution: In cases of severe reaction that cause difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately. Very hot water from baths or showers can also spread the rash and exacerbate symptoms.


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Natural Cures

Flower Essences: Rescue Remedy Cream® applied topically, and Crab Apple added to pure filtered water can speed healing.

Herbs: Apply a poultice of equal parts of witch hazel, mugwort, white oak bark, and plantain to affected areas.

Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the application of water, ice, steam and hot and cold temperatures to maintain and restore health. Treatments include full body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation and the application of hot and/or cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating a wide range of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a self-care program. Many Naturopathic Physicians, Physical Therapists and Day Spas use Hydrotherapy as part of treatment. We suggest several at-home hydrotherapy treatments. Please seek the advice of your alternative health care practitioner before undergoing these procedures to make sure they are appropriate for you.
*Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy treatment. Remedies for Treating Chlorinated Bath Water offers clear instructions and recommendations.

Nutritional Supplementation: At the first sign of outbreak take the following nutrients to minimize symptoms: vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C, vitamin E, and zinc. Zinc oxide can also be applied topically.

Topical Treatment: Rinse affected area with apple cider vinegar, and in the evening take a warm bath with apple cider vinegar or cornstarch. Aloe vera gel, witch hazel, baking soda paste, or a paste of activated charcoal powder are also good topical treatments.

Get well soon.

Cheers

Answer 7

Once you have washed the poison ivy from your skin you cease to be contagious to others & yourself.

Answer 8

hot tubs does wonders for many things. yes you can and you will feel less itchy skin.... if is pretty much dried up it is all the more better..

Answer 9

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Not good, may produce skin lesions.

Answer 10

If it's the villainess from Batman then I would recommend it.