Be ware of swimmer’s itch in native lakes

The Plumas County Public Health Agency warns that some lakes in Plumas County may cause a pores and skin rash known as cercarial dermatitis, also referred to as swimmer’s itch. This occurs when tiny parasites within the water get into your pores and skin. These parasites normally reside in birds and a few mammals that spend time in lakes. When folks swim within the water, the parasites can dig into the pores and skin and trigger an allergic response. Swimmer’s itch shouldn’t be handed from individual to individual.

Symptoms of swimmer’s itch

• Tingling, burning, or itching pores and skin
• Small purple bumps or pimples
• Small blisters

These signs can present up inside minutes or up to a couple days after swimming.

How to deal with It

You can use the next remedies to assist relieve itching:

• Anti-itch ointment or cream (like hydrocortisone)
• Cool, moist cloths on the rash
• Oatmeal baths

Try to not scratch the rash — scratching could trigger an an infection. Call your physician if the rash doesn’t go away.

How to forestall swimmer’s itch

• Don’t swim in shallow water with lots of weeds or snails, or the place many geese or geese are close by
• Swim in deeper water if you know the way to swim nicely
• Dry off with a towel proper after swimming or wading
• Take a bathe as quickly as you’ll be able to
• Don’t feed birds close to swimming areas — it could possibly appeal to extra of them

By taking these steps, you’ll be able to decrease your danger of getting swimmer’s itch and revel in a safer swim in Plumas County lakes.

For extra data on swimmer’s itch contact Plumas County Public Health Clinic at 530-283 6330 or 800-801-6330.