Why Do We Get Red Dots After Swimmingby Julie
What can cause this? I have checked the pH and chlorine levels and it reads ideal. What else could it be that causes this? Dots only appear under arms and between legs. Thanks for any help. Julie Thanks for the question Julie First, I'd like to have your complete chemicals readings: Chlorine CYA (cyanuric acid/stabilizer) pH Alkalinity Calcium Hardness Metals (iron and copper) It makes troubleshooting much easier and the process of clearing up your pool will go much faster. You can get this done at your local pool store. Without these numbers I'm just guessing at what the problem is. You can also get a Taylor FAS-DPD K-2006 test kit. It's the best one and I've been using it since 1999. Pool Water Testing Water Testing Kit To the best of my knowledge, most of the time when people exhibit these symptoms, it's an allergic reaction to either the chlorine or something in the pool water. Hot Tub Rash Chlorine Allergy When bacteria is present in the water, this is a sign of improper sanitizing of the pool water. Water Therapy (PT)..Odd Stench On My Hands.. Skin Irritation After Working At A Pool Supply Store It could be the chlorine is not at the proper level of 1.5 - 3.5ppm. this is the range you want to keep the pool. Swimming Pool Chlorine Pool Shock Pool Chlorine If the chemicals are in line, and you're out of resources, I'd encourage you to go to your health care provider who can make a proper diagnosis. To post a reply, or if you have a similar question, you can see your post on the Q&A page in the "Skin & Hair Problems" category. Swimming Pool Questions and Answers Check back to this post for answers. Hope this helps and have a great Summer. Robert |
