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A member asked:
Fell and skinned my knee badly! now it won't stop weeping and stays open. i'm on vacation in hawaii. can i still swim and snorkel?
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Not a good idea: Seawater can contain bacteria that could contaminate an open wound. Best to avoid exposure. It may already be infected because it is weeping. Might be a good idea to get it checked out by a health professional. Thank you for trusting Health Tap!
Answered 2/19/2015
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