I'm thinking of booking a holiday next year to give me something to look forward to! Can anyone tell me roughly how long after the operation they were able to go swimming?
Thanks
Anthony
If you're referring to a holiday next year, I'm certain that would be fine. I'm 9 months post op and would swim now... in a pool. I wouldn't in the sea, but only because of water cleanliness where I live! (The Solent is my local sea). If you're concerned though, ask your team for reassurance. I'm sure they'll give that to you, rather than a niggling worry spoiling your holiday.
There's no reason for not swimming indeed! I'm looking forward to it and returning to my favourite paddle sport. Oh yes.
Just make sure that the wound from your JEJ tube is fully healed, the same goes for PICC line (that one will heal a lot earlier than your JEJ's.
Also, check the quality of the water before you go. You know that your immune system will be completely out of whack. You don't want to develop a nast infection on the top of every.
Don't overdo it! That might be very tempting
Best wishes ! SeaSurf
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