Freshwater swimming linked to doubled risk of skin problems and stomach bugs
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Swimming in rivers and lakes linked to higher risk of stomach bugs and rashes
People swimming in rivers and lakes could be putting themselves at risk of nasty skin conditions and stomach bugs, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia. The researchers found that people who swam in rivers and lakes were more than twice as likely to develop skin problems, while higher levels of bacteria linked to fecal pollution were associated with an increased risk of stomach bugs.
Unpleasant skin symptoms were more than twice as common in swimmers as in people who did not swim.
A study carried out by the University of East Anglia examined the possible consequences of swimming in lakes and rivers for gastrointestinal disorders and dermatological problems, which confirms that simmering in these freshwaters, especially if they present a high concentration of certain bacteria, involves health risks.
A new study has proven that relaxing in rivers and lakes doubles the risk of skin diseases and stomach disorders due to microorganisms and parasites.
In Hungary, 2,368 people were invited to bathe in rivers and lakes for an experiment led by scientists. Following these swims, 2.1% of swimmers caught a gastroenteritis and 2.7% developed skin problems. Wild swims can seduce more than one: free and free dives in an idyllic and natural setting, sometimes with some small fish in the vicinity. However, these swims can be dangerous. The risks of getting gastroenteritis and skin problems in these wat…
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