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Is Swimming Safe While Suffering From Folliculitis Decalvans?
I have folliculitis decalvans and my doctor says I am allowed to swim in a chlorinated swimming pool. Although sources on the internet say that it is not good and highly not recommended . What should I do. I have twomore swimming lessons left in school and don t think it is worth it considering I missed the first two already.
Fri, 17 Aug 2018
Hello and welcome to 'Ask me Doctor' service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It depends upon cleanliness of swimming pool and hygienic measures taken by pool authorities.
if water is changed every 1-2 days then I think no problem.
However if there are active lesions and problem is severe than I personally advice to avoid going in swimming pool.
Hope I have answered your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr. Hiren
It depends upon cleanliness of swimming pool and hygienic measures taken by pool authorities.
if water is changed every 1-2 days then I think no problem.
However if there are active lesions and problem is severe than I personally advice to avoid going in swimming pool.
Hope I have answered your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Dr. Hiren
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