The reaction to the chlorine in the pool water is actually due to irritation of the skin and lining of the nose.
Skin reaction to swimming pool chemicals.
Skin sensitivity is typically treated by washing the affected area with clean water to try to remove any traces of the remaining irritant i e cleaning product or swimming pool water.
However a chlorine rash is a reaction to chlorine exposure while swimmer s itch is caused by microscopic parasites that.
Some people cannot stand the side effects of chemical treatment.
Chlorine is a chemical used to disinfect pools and hot tubs.
Swimming outside is better because ventilation outside is superior to indoor pools.
A chlorine rash develops after the skin comes into contact with chlorine.
The chemical reactions taking place in your swimming pool urine sweat and lotions all react with treated pool water to form chemical by products but the jury s still out on whether those by.
Any time you suspect a severe allergic reaction seek immediate emergency care.
Both a chlorine rash and swimmer s itch are swimming related rashes.
It can significantly irritate the skin eyes and respiratory.