Swimming pool/jacuzzi...good idea or bad?

xpeetzax

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Posted 9/27/2018 5:21 PM (GMT -5)

Hey guys,

So I just moved into a new place and my new complex has a very nice swimming pool and jacuzzi right next to our unit. I really want to put it to use but kind of scared that I might feel worse or pass out. Last time I used the jacuzzi was back in April and perhaps I was in there a little too long (like 30-40 mins) but felt pretty bad the rest of the night. I mean, I am much better since then since I have been making steady improvements on treatment but still kind of scared. ><

Any thoughts?

Girlie

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Posted 9/27/2018 5:36 PM (GMT -5)

I would try the jacuzzi - but start with just 5 or 10 minutes and see how you feel?

MA10

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Posted 9/28/2018 10:10 AM (GMT -5)

I am not able to handle the chemicals in either. Also, if you do decide for the jacuzzi, go low and slow. The heat can cause herx reactions. Just try it out and pay attention to symptoms. A lot of people do well with some pool exercises to regain strength. You can google pool exercises and get a pretty good list of things to try. Just see how your body handles the chemicals.

BookWyrm

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Posted 9/28/2018 4:44 PM (GMT -5)

I always felt better in the pool as the water naturally helps to maintain blood pressure levels and I was able to do some low impact exercise. However, I have not been able to handle heat very well with the lyme as it makes me too faint. Which really sucks because I used to love hot bubble baths and luke-warm bath water is just not as relaxing. Either way I would make sure you had someone else on hand with you that understands what is going on, just in case. It's better safe than sorry. I also agree with Girlie that you should try it for just a short time and see how you feel.

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