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What Does A Poison Ivy Rash Look Like?

Hi Doctor - I just went to an urgent care clinic last night to have a case of poison ivy evaluated. The affected area is along the side of my arm, fairly close to the wrist. I can deal with the discomfort, swelling, redness, etc, but what prompted me to seek attention was the fact that a red streak under my skin runs from the area affected by the ivy towards my armpit, presumably toward a lymph node. The doctor was unconcerned, though prescribed oral prednisone and a topical cream for the rash. My temperature is normal, no other symptoms, etc. Is this ‘red streak’ a normal response to a significant patch of poison ivy? Searching the internet can yield scary results, like the streak is indicative of a ‘spreading infection’ in the lymphatic system. Again, i continue to feel well though, and starting the medications. Thanks for your feedback / opinion on this Doctor. Just wanted another opinion.
Tue, 24 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I have gone through your complaints and it is normal to have a linear streak as a sign of poison ivy. Just keep it under observation that it’s not spreading or causing much symptoms.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Does A Poison Ivy Rash Look Like?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I have gone through your complaints and it is normal to have a linear streak as a sign of poison ivy. Just keep it under observation that it’s not spreading or causing much symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.