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kurzejawss
kurzejawss

Has anyone with lichen sclerosis had any problems with swimming in a pool with chlorine.

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  • kurzejawss
    kurzejawss

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    Hi all thanks for all your advise. I don't want to give up swimming as this is the only exercise I can do, and in the water I can walk, jump and do all the things I can't do on land. I am going to cut down to only twice a week and have a good shower when I get home, then put loads of cream on. Will see if this helps.
    • suedm
      suedm kurzejawss

      Posted

      Just a thought- smother yourself in vaseline or similar before going into the water -
  • kate207
    kate207 kurzejawss

    Posted

    I've had no problems with swimming in the sea, are you near to the ocean? Also, husband and I went to Budapest for a few days last year, and I swam in one of the spas with the natural hot springs which have sulphur in them -I had no pain for more than a week after. Wouldn't it be great to live near one?

     

  • kurzejawss
    kurzejawss

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    Kate207. I live near Torquay but its too cold for me in the sea. I have not been in the sea for about 20 years. Need to go Spain or somewhere like that for the heat. The swimming is for exercise so I have to use the pool for convenience
  • wendy14679
    wendy14679 kurzejawss

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    Yes I did.  I have since discovered a barrier cream which should avoid any burning (chlorine) but I have to admit I haven't been in a swimming pool again.  Name of my barrier cream was recommended by my dermatologist.  It's called Zeroguent and you can buy it over the counter.  Good luck.
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