Leaves of three...let it be! This simple rhyme denotes one of the most recognizable characteristics of poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans). The color of the leaves varies from light green with a red ...

Larry Brown already knew the product he co-created could detect poison ivy, but he wanted to know if it could also detect poison oak and poison sumac. “You get the same rash from them all,” he says.

I have this really beautiful shrub growing in my yard. It turns lovely shades of yellow and red in the fall. It has large, glossy leaves, and birds flock to the berries in late winter. The problem is ...

It might be tempting to remove poison ivy in the winter when the plant is relatively dormant, but there are several reasons ...

A patient recently came into our dermatology clinic with a rash and a story similar to many others. He had been camping with friends a few days earlier and helped carry some logs to stoke the fire.

Poison ivy can affect your eyes and eyelids, but it won’t cause blindness. You can likely manage the rash with home remedies or over-the-counter medications. But an infection or severe swelling may ...