Question 1

hi doc,is it safe to use bleaching powder to clean water storage tanks,considering that water is used for bathing &it may get into eyes n cause damage

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: The bleaching powder and clean and sanitize the tank  Presumably you will thoroughly wash it out with water with several exchanges so residual bleach, if any, will be so diluted out that no harm will come from it.

Question 2

is it safe to take a long bleach water bath before sex . ?

Accepted Answer

Bleach in a bath: in small doses is safe however why would you want to do this before sex, after is probably best

Question 3

what are the benefits of bathing in salt water?

Accepted Answer

Salt water benefits: Hippcrates encouraged patients to immerse in sea water.

Being in the ocean takes away tiredness, , promotes relaxation

The sodium, contained in sea water helps the body remove toxins and by-products of metabolism.
The magnesium, potassium and the bromides contained in the sea salt, help soothe aches.
Salt in general (NaCl) is a good disinfectant.

sea salt can help improve body's ability to heal

Question 4

what are the health effects of bathing in salt water?

Accepted Answer

Epsom Salts: Epsom salt baths can be beneficial and help to decrease inflammation, sooth sore muscles, encourage relaxation, etc. Here is a great article on the subject:  http://www.saltworks.us/salt_info/epsom-uses-benefits.asp

Question 5

i heard that daily hot water bathing is good. any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: Hot water removes oil and results in itchy dry skin. Better to use warm water and less soap.

Question 6

just had a hot water heater installed and water coming out of the shower and faucets is a bit brown in color. we took showers soon after installation. is bathing in the somewhat brown water bad or can it cause any type of health issues?

Accepted Answer

: What you described is unlikely to affect your health.
For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. 
Get HPV and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!

Question 7

should i always wear water shoes when bathing to avoid slipping in the shower?

Accepted Answer

No: Water shoes should not be necessary for most people,  but you are correct that you should be extra careful to avoid slipping in the shower. Pregnant women have a different center of gravity and falls are more common. You should also watch for loose rugs that may cause you to trip at home. If you feel more comfortable wearing water shoes then feel free to do so.

Question 8

hav problem of doing things repeated twice due to this while bathing if i put cold water on head i make it twice but due to cold water i feel i'll die?

Accepted Answer

OCD: What you described is consistent with obsessive compulsive disorder. You will not die from it, even with cold water exposure. Visit the site given below for information and consult a doctor for treatment by counseling and/or medication.
http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/tc/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd-topic-overview

Question 9

just wondering, what would happen if you were to put normal salt (eg. not sea salt made for baths) into your bathing water? would it disturb your ph balance ect?

Accepted Answer

: Sea salt is a general term for salt produced by evaporation of ocean water or water from saltwater lakes. It is less processed than table salt and retains trace minerals. Basically, salt is salt.

ref: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/sea-salt/faq-20058512#

Question 10

i was wondering is bathing with hot water could cure ringworm?

Accepted Answer

No: Ringworm is an infection caused by a fungus and is cured by using antifungal medicine.

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Hi doc,is it safe to use bleaching powder to clean water storage tanks,considering that water is used for bathing &it may get into eyes n cause damage

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Is it safe to take a long bleach water bath before sex . ?

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What are the benefits of bathing in salt water?

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What are the health effects of bathing in salt water?

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I heard that daily hot water bathing is good. any side effects?

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Just had a hot water heater installed and water coming out of the shower and faucets is a bit brown in color. we took showers soon after installation. is bathing in the somewhat brown water bad or can it cause any type of health issues?

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Should i always wear water shoes when bathing to avoid slipping in the shower?

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Hav problem of doing things repeated twice due to this while bathing if i put cold water on head i make it twice but due to cold water i feel i'll die?

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Just wondering, what would happen if you were to put normal salt (eg. not sea salt made for baths) into your bathing water? would it disturb your ph balance ect?

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I was wondering is bathing with hot water could cure ringworm?

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