As for what to put on it, we've always used the Calamine (Caladryl) lotion. If you were a 3 or 4 year old, I'd put cotton gloves on your hands...
Come to think of it, the drugstore pharmacist can also help with advice.
How 'bout you Corpsmen out there? Any advice for AFVetGal?
Duh! Why didn't I think of that.
CORPSMAN! HELP! I'm in agony with poison ivy.