Allergy: Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac (cont.)
Medical Author:
Daniel Jobe, MD
Coauthor:
Zoe Diana Draelos, MD, PA
Medical Editor:
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical Editor
Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, Chief Medical EditorMelissa Conrad Stöppler, MD, is a U.S. board-certified Anatomic Pathologist with subspecialty training in the fields of Experimental and Molecular Pathology. Dr. Stöppler's educational background includes a BA with Highest Distinction from the University of Virginia and an MD from the University of North Carolina. She completed residency training in Anatomic Pathology at Georgetown University followed by subspecialty fellowship training in molecular diagnostics and experimental pathology. IN THIS ARTICLE
Synonyms and Keywordsallergic contact dermatitis, allergic reaction, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, rhus (toxicodendron) dermatitis, type IV delayed hypersensitivity reaction, poison ivy allergic reaction, poison oak allergic reaction, poison sumac allergic reaction, allergy, allergies Viewer Comments & ReviewsPoison Ivy Oak And Sumac - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What symptoms did you experience with your poison ivy or poison oak? |
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