Question 1

why do i have a sudden, pin like sharp pain behind my left eye after swimming? i dived deep and then felt intense pressure in both eyes. the pressure in my right eye disappeared but the left eye is hurting a lot?

Accepted Answer

: You should see an ophthalmologist if there is any change in vision or pain gets worse; otherwise, just observe the symptom for now. Good luck.

Question 2

why do i get red rings around eye on skin after swimming?

Accepted Answer

Tight Goggles: Tight goggles can definitely cause this. Or allergy to the rubber compound of the goggles. Try different brand and looser ones.

Question 3

what is best remedy for eyes burning during & after swimming pool?

Accepted Answer

Goggles: The easiest solution is to wear goggles.

Question 4

after swimming in a lake, i had crusty eyes that had to be pulled open.  infected?

Accepted Answer

Yes, likely: The bacteria in the lake can cause eye infections.  Rarely a severe infection can be caused by acanthamoeba in lake water.

Question 5

eyes blurry and halos around. things after swimming in a salt pool  happened to 2 kids today?

Accepted Answer

Salt water related: While salt water pools may have few benefits, it is not for everyone and may invoke different reaction in different people based upon their salt-water bablance and tolerance to change. The effects may be exacerbated due to additions of chlorine etc. Make sure you know what is in the pool before jumping in, esp with kids.

Question 6

what can i do for red circles around childs eyes after swimming?

Accepted Answer

Goggles: May be sensitivity to pool chemicals..Prevention with goggles may be best.

Question 7

what are some ways to alleviate irritated eyes after swimming?

Accepted Answer

Artificial tears: Rinsed the eye and put some tear drop.  The chlorinated or salty water could irritate the eye, by washing it off with neutral ph tear drops it will help to recover it faster, .

Question 8

i am experiencing  eye irritation (worsened by: exposure to wind, after swimming) . the following also describes me: dry eyes. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Artificial tear: You need to apply artificial tears to your eyes regularly (3-5x daily, preferably preservative-free) . For more severe cases, Rx eye drops may be needed.  
Wearing large glasses to shield the eyes from the wind may be helpful.   It is however unusual for a person of your age to have dry eye issue.

Question 9

my eyes are blurry after swimming and it has been hours i can't get it to go away. i've tried eye drops, rinsing eyes and a cloth what else could i do?

Accepted Answer

Blurry after swimmin: Chlorine and other chemicals (plus the hypotonic water) from pools will often cause a prolonged blurring of vision.  Using goggles is advisable.  Artificial tears and time will usually resolve this.  Sometimes a 5% nacl solution (muro 128) will help, but it stings.  If it lasts more than 24 hours medical care should be sought from an ophthalmologist (infections and other diagnoses are possible).

Question 10

i have an allergic reaction (nasal congestion, sneezing) after swimming in fresh water (lake or river) when water gets into my nose/eyes, but not in the ocean. what can i do to reduce avoid a reaction, but still be able to swim?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine pill +: Antihistamine pill such as cetirizine or loratadine 1 or 2 a day. Also steroid nose spray such as flutacasone once a day.

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Why do i have a sudden, pin like sharp pain behind my left eye after swimming? i dived deep and then felt intense pressure in both eyes. the pressure in my right eye disappeared but the left eye is hurting a lot?

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Why do i get red rings around eye on skin after swimming?

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What is best remedy for eyes burning during & after swimming pool?

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After swimming in a lake, i had crusty eyes that had to be pulled open. infected?

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Eyes blurry and halos around. things after swimming in a salt pool happened to 2 kids today?

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What can i do for red circles around childs eyes after swimming?

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What are some ways to alleviate irritated eyes after swimming?

A member asked:

I am experiencing eye irritation (worsened by: exposure to wind, after swimming) . the following also describes me: dry eyes. what should i do?

A member asked:

My eyes are blurry after swimming and it has been hours i can't get it to go away. i've tried eye drops, rinsing eyes and a cloth what else could i do?

A member asked:

I have an allergic reaction (nasal congestion, sneezing) after swimming in fresh water (lake or river) when water gets into my nose/eyes, but not in the ocean. what can i do to reduce avoid a reaction, but still be able to swim?

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