I have poison oak and wondering if it is ok to go swimming in the lake with it?

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I have poison oak and wondering if it is ok to go swimming in the lake with it?

Will it get worse from the lake water or infected it is 100 outside and really want to go float on my raft.

2006-07-15 07:04:19 · 2 answers · asked by Willie 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions

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It depends on what stage your rash is - if it is oozing - then I's wait - otherwise, I'd go swimming! Keeping your skin cool can help the rash.

2006-07-15 07:50:08 · answer #1 · answered by petlover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

You really shouldn't, sorry - lake water contains a host of bacteria, parasites, and contaminants that, while not necessarily deadly, could cerainly irritate your poison oak.

2006-07-15 07:27:45 · answer #2 · answered by sous_lepontmirabeau 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋