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Is Swimming Safe After Circumcision?

My 4 yr old son got circumcised last Monday and were going to a pool party tomorrow and not sure if should let him get in or get it wet. I know they said shower daily but didn t know if he could be in the water a prolonged amount of time especially with chlorinated water
Sat, 25 Aug 2018
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Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think it's too early to go to pool. The incision may get infected.
Keep good hygiene on it.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Is Swimming Safe After Circumcision?

Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service. I read your query and here is my advice. I think it s too early to go to pool. The incision may get infected. Keep good hygiene on it. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.