Question 1

how long after mastectomy can i go swimming in my pool?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Need to check with your surgeon, but generally in about 1 to 2 weeks after any sutures or drain has been removed. It depends on how one is healing, the discomfort with arm movement, and what the surgeon recommends for each person's situation.

Question 2

after a mastectomy and reconstruction how soon can you go in a swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

Depends on: Type of reconstructive surgery, but probably about a month.  Ask your surgeon for specific details.

Question 3

hi, can i swimming in the sea or swimming pool if i have cervicitis?thank you.

Accepted Answer

Probably: If the inflammation of the cervix is chronic and infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea has been ruled out or treated. Yes you can swim and have intercourse. I would recommend not to swim with an active infection just as a precaution.

Question 4

how likely is it to get an infection from swimming in a public swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: As long as the pool is adequately chlorinated, there should be no risk.

Question 5

can sperm enter a woman's vagina while in swimming in a swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

Sperm: They won't swim across the pool to get to a woman. But, it there is vaginal intercourse, the sperm can travel just fine.

Question 6

my skin is itching and burning after swimming in an indoor swimming pool. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Chlorine!: The chlorine that is put in a public swimming pool to kill harmful organisms has also been known to cause skin irritation.  When you come out of the pool, be sure that you shower well!

Question 7

what can cause an itchy rash with small bumps 15 to 20 min after swimming in any swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: The chemicals in pool can strip your skin of its protective oils.  Apply baby oil before and after swimming.

Question 8

is there any medical documentation pertaining to the use of tampons while swimming in cold water...such as a swimming pool? i'm a swimming coach and need info pertaining to this to give to some parents.

Accepted Answer

Swimming : Swimming with a tampon is no problem regardless of the water temperature.

Question 9

after swimming in the public swimming pool i have a strange feeing in my nose, like if i am getting ill with flu. i have no cough or fever, no pains, just feels as if my nose deep inside is filled with pus. but nothing comes out. it stays for 3-4 day?

Accepted Answer

: Use saline nasal drops for a few days. If still the same feeling pl see an ENT doc. I dont think you have anything filled with pus.

Question 10

my toenail on my big toe fell off about 4 months ago....just wondering when it's safe to go swimming in my pool?

Accepted Answer

: There is no reason not to swim in your pool. Go for it.

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Hi, can i swimming in the sea or swimming pool if i have cervicitis?thank you.

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How likely is it to get an infection from swimming in a public swimming pool?

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Can sperm enter a woman's vagina while in swimming in a swimming pool?

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My skin is itching and burning after swimming in an indoor swimming pool. what could be wrong?

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What can cause an itchy rash with small bumps 15 to 20 min after swimming in any swimming pool?

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Is there any medical documentation pertaining to the use of tampons while swimming in cold water...such as a swimming pool? i'm a swimming coach and need info pertaining to this to give to some parents.

A member asked:

After swimming in the public swimming pool i have a strange feeing in my nose, like if i am getting ill with flu. i have no cough or fever, no pains, just feels as if my nose deep inside is filled with pus. but nothing comes out. it stays for 3-4 day?

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My toenail on my big toe fell off about 4 months ago....just wondering when it's safe to go swimming in my pool?

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