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My 4 year old son was diagnosed with balanitis and is on amoxicillin 250 . can he continue his swimming lessons ?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Swimming: As long as he is under medication and the swelling is reducing.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Balanitis: Most pediatric balanitis occurs in uncircumcised males. Oral antibiotics have never been my preference for this condition in children. If he is a swimmer, there is a reasonable likelihood that the imflammation of the glans is fungal. I would recommend alternating anti fungal cream with antibacterial cream for 7-10 days. Your pharmacist should be able to assist you. Swimming should be fine.

Answered 3/30/2014

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