YouTube gave me Poison Ivy

Tromping through the woods to make a YouTube video I contracted Poison Ivy and a week later needed to see a doctor about the spreading rash. This is my fascinating story of getting lost in the woods for 3 hours, dehydrated and finally making one of the best videos of my career.

What is poison ivy?
Poison ivy is a plant found in all parts of the United States. Most people are allergic to
the oily resin or sap that is in all parts of the plant. It is an allergen to many but not to
everyone.
What does poison ivy look like?
“Leaves of three, let them be” is a good rule to go by. Poison ivy usually has three green
leaves on each stem. They can have a reddish look, grow close to the ground, or as vines.
Dark spots on the leaves are sap that has been exposed to air. Poison ivy can have
different colors and appearance at different times of the year. Hanging clusters of
flowers are greenish-white to cream colored. Fruits are greenish then ripen into tan.
How do I get poison ivy?
Touching any part of the plant, or anything that has come in contact with the plant that
may have the oily resin on it. For example, gardening equipment and tools, toys, pets,
clothing, shoes, gardening gloves, camping equipment, and sports gear.
What are the symptoms of poison ivy?
Allergic individuals develop a skin rash (dermatitis) after coming into contact with
poison ivy. The rash usually appears 24 to 48 hours after getting the oily resin on the
skin, but may be delayed in some. Rashes from poison ivy can be mild to severe. The
rash starts with itchy, red, irritated bumps. Fluid-filled blisters may develop and can
burst. There is a risk of infection with open blisters.
What first aid and treatment is needed?
After having contact with poison ivy remove clothing and wash skin with soap and water
to remove the oil. This is most effective if done in the first 15 minutes. Use a nailbrush
to clean underneath fingernails. Some garden centers carry special soap that breaks down
the proteins in the resin. Swab the area with isopropyl alcohol to limit the spread of the
oil to other parts of the body. If a skin rash develops, apply calamine lotion, cool
compresses, or over the counter corticosteroid creams to lessen itching. Oatmeal baths
can also help. Avoid scratching and cover open blisters to avoid infection. If face or
genitals are involved, see a doctor for evaluation. If symptoms are persistent after these
treatments see a doctor.
How do I prevent coming into contact with poison ivy?
Avoid areas where poison ivy is known to grow. Be careful when cleaning lawn and
garden equipment and wash clothes. The resin can stay on gloves and tools for a long
time. Wash pets that get into poison ivy. Lotions are available that make a b