gigimac
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I have the opportunity to go on a sort-of vacation with my fiance while he is on a training course out of state.
We are staying at a hotel with a pool and I have been swimming the past two days. I can definitely feel it. I'm feeling more twitchy and achy.
I know Burrascano doesn't recommend cardio but surely this is better than no activity, right?? Swimming is the only physical activity that I like and isn't painful.
I am planning on getting in the pool again but taking it easier.
Has swimming helped anyone or does it make things worse?
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Lauralyme
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I swam all through my treatment and never noticed feeling worse from it I am well now
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you've been swimming and your symptoms are getting worse...
Cardio has defiantly made me worse in the past. I do, do some now, but I start very slowly and the second i start to feel worse I stop for a good few weeks before I think about starting again.
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GiGi
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As long as you avoid chlorination or other contamination by humans or industry.
Take care.
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Keebler
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- Assuming the chlorine does not knock you out - or that you'd be in the sun too long (remember, if on doxycycline, sun exposure is best avoided). . .
You can get in the water and just move about as you feel best. You need not try to match the Olympic times. Just enjoy being in the water.
Some kind of floatation device to play with can help you take on the lollygag demeanor if you feel self-conscious about just relaxing.
Slowly treading water can be the ticket, too. Enjoy ! -
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Swimming has helped me. But, not really swiming. I use a waterskiers flotation belt. It needs to be put on tight enough so that it does'nt end up under the arms. This keeps me upright in the water and I do simple aerobic / strengthening exercises. I can swim but it is taxing and since I am prone to muscle spasms swiming is probably not a good idea. I do get a lot of "looks" especially at my age using a floatation device. Oh, well. These exercises help a lot and don't hurt. Just dont do too much. Hope this idea helps, at least in the long run, if not on vacation.
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Keebler
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- This worked very well for me to walk in water but also to gently tread water, even able to nearly stop at times to rest.
It sits on the middle back and curves around to the side. Nothing in the front except the belt. Very comfortable. I recall no smell at all.
Sadly, I could not continue. The cold water was very taxing as were the chemicals and sheer energy that went into getting back OUT of the pool, showering, dressing and getting myself home (and I lived just 2 blocks away).
One reasonable swim session and I'd have to do a week of bed-time, flat out.
Still, for anyone who can do this and is not adversely affected, please enjoy all the joys that a pool of water can bring.
One hint: in cold weather and indoor pool, do NOT get your hair wet if you are just going to tread and play in the water. The wet head and the fans used at most pools to disperse the chlorine fumes can make it too cold for the body.
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How does the chlorination affect those with lyme disease?
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gigimac
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I am back home now and feeling a little better but still a bit under the weather.
I think I was either reacting to something in the hotel or caught some kind of bug. My fiance felt unwell too.
I think the extra swimming may have exacerbated things. My immune system seems to have been compromised by something as I have a dime sized cold sore and I rarely get those.
I will be back swimming as soon as I feel better, just not everyday and will take it easier.
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randibear
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i love to be in the pool however, the chlorine really bothers me. eyes, nose, breathing, everything.
so i quit....
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Keebler
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- Chlorine gas (from the fumes) can be very toxic to anyone. It's just that most others seem to manage that okay.
Since lyme is so toxic and the treatment is also a chemical load for the liver, nerve cells, etc. many with lyme are clobbered not just with chlorine fumes but with ANY chemicals, scents, etc.
SALT WATER POOLS may be searched for your area. -
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Jamers
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I just got a pool and we use salt water. It's still chlorinated but eliminates the chlorine gas that irritates eyes and lungs. I think it's great to swim. It's about all I can do and it's better than doing nothing.
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Keebler
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- Jamers,
So great to hear that you just got a pool. What time should be we arrive?
Till we all get there, I sure hope you enjoy just being in the water. -
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