Poison Ivy – Risk Factors

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There are many factors that can exacerbate rashes due to poison ivy. These include simply touching the plant. For example, touching the leaves, stems, roots, or berries, which may cause a reaction. Touching contaminated objects might also exacerbate the condition, including walking through poison ivy, and then touching your shoes, your clothing, getting the allergen substance on your hands. Inhalation of smoke from burning poison ivy will also exacerbate the condition.