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A member asked:

My son recently lost his big toe nail in a bicycle accident. this was about 3 weeks ago. we have cleaned it every day...and wrapped it for protection. we are on holiday and he is swimming every day. is this good for the open wound?

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As long as not in: Pain no need to worry. The chlorine in the pool will act as a disinfectant.

Answered 1/13/2018

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