HPV infection is common and does not usually lead to the development of warts, cancers, or even symptoms. In fact, the majority of people infected with HPV have no symptoms or lesions at all. Determination of whether or not a person is infected with HPV involves tests that identify the genetic material (DNA) of the virus.
For this reason, itâs good to know of natural remedies that one can access in the wild and use immediately, so as to limit the discomfort. If possible, gently wash the affected skin in cool water (avoid hot water as this can intensify the itchiness) as soon as possible after touching the poison ivy.
Oatmeal baths and cool compresses also might be helpful. Consult your doctor if you have a severe poison ivy rash or if the rash involves your face or genital area. Poison oak, poison sumac and the fruit rind of mangoes cause a similar rash.1  Poison ivy. 2  Ragweed. 3  Wild parsnip. 4  Heat rash (miliaria).ach leaf on a poison ivy plant has three smaller leaflets. Contact with any part of the poison ivy plant can cause red, swollen skin, blisters and severe itching, sometimes within hours after exposure.