Taser Running II (Page 43)

ebshot - 2009-06-28 3:29 PM How long does poison ivy take to go away?  When does it stop spreading?  I have some areas that are almost gone but more popping up.  I don't get it!  I'm not scratching either!

rlejeune - 2009-06-28 2:44 PM

Not that it matter but I changed my goal from 65km to 75km since I was at almost 77km run for the month.

ebshot - 2009-06-28 4:28 PM

I feel like a slug.  I still can't run or bike and my pool is closed today.  I am getting fatter and fatter everyday.

ebshot - 2009-06-28 4:29 PM How long does poison ivy take to go away?  When does it stop spreading?  I have some areas that are almost gone but more popping up.  I don't get it!  I'm not scratching either!

ebshot - 2009-06-28 4:29 PM

How long does poison ivy take to go away?  When does it stop spreading?  I have some areas that are almost gone but more popping up.  I don't get it!  I'm not scratching either!

ashort33 - 2009-06-28 4:32 PM

Seems to me that it can take a week to 10 days to go away.  Use the calamine lotion to sooth the itching.  It sucks, but it just takes time.

 

ebshot - 2009-06-28 4:28 PM I feel like a slug.  I still can't run or bike and my pool is closed today.  I am getting fatter and fatter everyday.

running4beer - 2009-06-28 7:35 PM
I don't buy it.  You're tiny compared to me, and your training and HIM got you enough muscle and metabolism to tide you over till the next good streak.  Get a good yoga vid, stretch and get some good sleep... after a glass or two of vino   I'm having a margarita made by my honey.  Deeee lish!  Even though we're outta triple sec, he made it with St. Germain and Peach Schnapps.... mmmmmmmm.....

D001 - 2009-06-28 7:28 PM Psst, I hate to tell you this, so I'll use the "secret font," but Alcohol has a lot of calories.... Of course, you could just cut back on "other" stuff, and keep that consumption constant.

D001 - 2009-06-28 7:35 PM x2 on the calamine. (But be careful, as it can stain clothing.) Or, Ivarest is good too

D001 - 2009-06-28 7:33 PM AKKKKK! I hate poison ivy! I'm so allergic to it, that it takes about 2-3 months for it to go away on me. I think for most people though, it's probably about 1 1/2 to 2 weeks. As for the spreading, it's not really.... What happens is this: 1) You touch the plant, and get the oil on your skin. 2) You don't realize you have the oil on you, so you touch someplace else, thereby getting the oil there too. (But generally, it's a lesser amount.) 3) A couple of days after contact, the rash appears. 4) Then, shortly after that, you get the rash in those secondary places that came in contact with the oil. I can't believe that you live in CT, and haven't gotten poison ivy before! (Lucky you!)

D001 - 2009-06-28 7:27 PM So... why didn't you change your goal to "almost 77km" then? LOL Actually, I think you should change it to 82 km, and run tomorrow or Tuesday.

running4beer - 2009-06-28 7:32 PM
It can take 3-4 weeks + at worst -- some people who are more susceptible or for stronger oils from certain types of ivies, aside from continuing to spread during showering even several days later, it can become somewhat systemic.  Even though hot water may seem to relieve the itching, cold water helps stave off the spread because it closes your pores.  Seriously, if you're still bugged by it and you've gotten little relief, ask your doc for some meds! - prednisone or some other steroidal will help your body fight it!  Sometimes it doesn't have anything to do with you touching it.

ebshot - 2009-06-28 7:43 PM
I might have to look for that.  Certain areas are feeling much better but I have a spot that just popped up right at my waistband that is a pain in the arse!

ebshot - 2009-06-28 7:42 PM

^^^^^said as I drink a beer!