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Swimmer Itch

Also called: Clam Digger Itch, Cercarial Dermatitis, Duckworms, Rice Paddy Itch

- Summary
- About
- Potential causes
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Prevention methods
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Rana Rofagha Sajjadian, M.D., AAD
Mary Ellen Luchetti, M.D., AAD

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Questions for your doctor about swimmer itch

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to swimmer itch:

Do my symptoms suggest swimmer itch?
What may have caused me to develop swimmer itch?
Is swimmer itch dangerous to my overall health?
What are my treatment options?
When can I expect my symptoms to subside?
Am I more likely to develop swimmer itch at certain times of year?
How can I prevent swimmer itch?
Will my symptoms be the same if I develop swimmer itch again in the future?

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Review Date: 09-13-2008

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