Question 1

is it safe to go swimming if i have an open diabetic ulcer?

Accepted Answer

Swimming: No it is not safe for you nor, if this is a public pool, safe for anyone else. In addition, with most scenarios that i can think of, you would be without offloading and foot protection going to and from the pool. Discuss this issue with your wound specialist or podiatrist.

Question 2

my two year old was circumcised 3 weeks ago. everything is going normal. when is it safe to go swimming?

Accepted Answer

Now: It takes about 5-7 days for a circumcision to heal, unless you are noticing a raw skin surface. If there is a question about this, see your doctor and have them take a look first

Question 3

is it normal for a childs scab to turn really dark after swimming in a pool. is it safe to go swimming again?

Accepted Answer

Scabs: Yes normal for them to change color with water

Question 4

i had screws removed from my ankle, is it safe to go swimming with stitches after 8 days in a pool?

Accepted Answer

No it is not: It is not safe to go into the pool with stitches from a surgical wound. You should wait at least 48 hours after getting the stitches  removed before soaking any surgical incision.

Question 5

i cut the tip of my finger off 17 days ago. the wound was cauterized. there's still the black scab on the tip of my finger. is it safe to go swimming/submerge it while i still have the scab?

Accepted Answer

: You need to keep it dry while the scab is still in place. If the scab comes off prematurely, there may be an open wound exposed and this would put you at risk of developing an infection. So, keep it dry and the scab intact until it naturally comes off. Good luck!

Question 6

is it safe to go swimming in either lakes or pools if i've had recurrent yeast and bacterial infections for the past year?

Accepted Answer

?: It is unlikely that you will get a yeast infection from swimming. Depending on the hygienic conditions of the pool or lake, you may get certain kinds of bacterial infection usually affected the skin.

Question 7

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.

Question 8

is it safe for a child recovering from bronchitis to go swimming?

Accepted Answer

Safer: It should be ok to go swimming once you are recovering from the illness.

Question 9

very good morning doctors! how safe or not safe is it for unvaccinated people to go swimming in local community pools with regard to covid concerns?

Accepted Answer

: Covid-19 is usually transmitted via respiratory droplets. Pool water (especially since it is chlorinated) is not going to be an issue, if that is what you are concerned about. Considering community pools may be crowded at times, try swimming in the off hours.

Question 10

i had meningitis last year, caused by sinuses. is it safe for me to go swimming in a pool? will the water going into my nose cause new infection?

Accepted Answer

Below: It should be safe to go into the pool.

If you are concerned about water going into your nose, wear a noseplug.

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Is it safe to go swimming if i have an open diabetic ulcer?

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My two year old was circumcised 3 weeks ago. everything is going normal. when is it safe to go swimming?

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Is it normal for a childs scab to turn really dark after swimming in a pool. is it safe to go swimming again?

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I had screws removed from my ankle, is it safe to go swimming with stitches after 8 days in a pool?

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I cut the tip of my finger off 17 days ago. the wound was cauterized. there's still the black scab on the tip of my finger. is it safe to go swimming/submerge it while i still have the scab?

A member asked:

Is it safe to go swimming in either lakes or pools if i've had recurrent yeast and bacterial infections for the past year?

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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?

A member asked:

Is it safe for a child recovering from bronchitis to go swimming?

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Very good morning doctors! how safe or not safe is it for unvaccinated people to go swimming in local community pools with regard to covid concerns?

A member asked:

I had meningitis last year, caused by sinuses. is it safe for me to go swimming in a pool? will the water going into my nose cause new infection?

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