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I was diagnosed with "lichen sclerosus" about 2 years ago - and have been on a vaginal steroid twice a week and have been doing very well since that time...I was told not to take a lot of salt baths (guessing because it might be too drying)...and wanted to know IF I purchased a hot tub and went into the water twice a week IF that would be damaging??? Thoughts, please...
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karen23320 vickie00010
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Hi Vicki- I was diagnosed with Ls JUNE '18. I purchased an inflateable
Coleman Saluspa hot tub for my summer cottage and only used ALL natural " chemicals", from Clear Water in California. No chlorine, bromide, toxic chemicals. The shock I used was all natural potassium shock. I changed the water after every 40 bathers - basically one time in the summer. No one was allowed in until they showered off their sunscreen . Did not cause a flare or any problems. I would never use a public one since this diagnosis!
vickie00010 karen23320
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thank u so very much for your reply...been thinking about it all day - it is "thousands" of dollars to buy and want to make sure before I do because what would I do - just LOOK at it - IF I can't use it...think my best bet is to call my doctor and see what he has to say..enjoy your tub...especially in the colder weather...
beverly52803 vickie00010
Posted
As dryness is our problem I wouldn't even think of it myself. But if you want to test it before spending the money couldn't you sit in a tub of hot water for an extended period and see what happens?
vickie00010
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thanks for your reply...
cheryl03187 vickie00010
Posted
since being diagnosed ive used hot tubs, and have generally found ive been ok to be honest, as its similar to going swimming. the main thing is to keep up your care regime . x
vickie00010
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I have so appreciated everyone's help and comments...but think tomorrow I will call my doctors office and discuss with him...I was told NOT to sit long periods in a wet bathing suit and will seek out a natural spa disinfectant ...I do hope it is ok for me to use (maybe twice a week) but want to make sure before I spend thousands OR worse cause any damage to myself...