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It is possible to remove the itch of poison Ivy. You simply need to put mind over matter. Those short of willpower who are willing to overcome insatiable itch will soon find an alternative. They can rely on a new medicine.

Scientists have found the protein in the skin which triggers itchiness when people with allergy are exposed to poison Ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac. This information has been revealed by a study conducted in National Academy of Science. It is the protein using an antibody reducing inflammation and scratching in the mice through halting processes telling the brain that the skin is itchy.

Mouse itch can be relieved by blocking the receptor for that skin protein IL-33. This protein is present in all human beings. It is involved in immune response.

Information available on MedicalDaily suggested that about 80 percent of people are allergic to poison Ivy especially to its oily sap termed urushiol.

It is because of the higher levels of Carbon Dioxide in the atmosphere that is creating a proliferation of Poison Ivy all over the United States.

Research suggests that the ivy itch comes with swelling, itching, redness, and blisters and they appear 12 hours to two days after exposure. In case the person in hails smoke from Ivy plant he may have breathing issues.

Remedies like antihistamines and steroids are not always effective because the skin protein IL 33 acts directly on the nerve fibers of the skin. These fibers are excited by the protein and a message is conveyed to the brain that the skin is itchy. Blocking this protein can make the trick work.

Though more than 10 million people are affected every year but this allergic reaction is not life threatening as yet. It is always recommended to visit the doctor in case you suffer from this problem.