A member asked:

Popped ganglion cyst swimming in ocean w/fins (rubbed cyst). treating with antibiotic&bandaid; looks ok. how long should i wait to go in ocean again?

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Seek evaluation: Ocean water carries many harmful organisms. An open wound sustained in ocean water should be evaluated by a healthcare professional to ensure appropriate wound care and antibiotics are prescribed.

Answered 5/31/2016

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