Can I swim 1 week after my chalazion removal surgery?

Question

I got a chalazion surgery and i going swimming next week. So, can i swim even if i put goggles and make sure that the chlorine doesnt toutch my eyes? Plus can i tan?

Lawrence Kass, MD · Answer

I see no reason why you can't swim a week after chalazion excision.  That said, it is always best for you to check with your doctor to get his/her opinion.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Yes you can do your normal activities one week after the chalazion excision.  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

It is always difficult to comment without seeing photos and without knowing what was done during surgery. I would check with your PS

Ira Vidor, MD · Answer

Hi. Most patients can return to normal activity a week after chalazion removal. Check with your surgeon to be sure though. Best regards, Ira Vidor, M.D.

Elbert T. Cheng, MD · Answer

I would ask your surgeon if it is ok to go swimming.  1 week may be a little early after surgery, but again, I would defer to your surgeon.

John McCann, MD, PhD · Answer

Hi Raghad suboh, Thanks for your question. I would discuss this with your surgeon to be sure but we usually allow our patients to return to their normal physical activity by 1 week after a chalazion excision has been performed. If an incision was placed on the front of your eyelid, I would be careful with tanning as sun exposure may lead to a hyperpigmented scar.

Can I swim 1 week after my chalazion removal surgery?

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