Swimmer's itch is an allergic reaction to a parasite. Infected birds and mammals pass the eggs in feces. They hatch in water and attach to snails, releasing microscopic larvae and exposing humans.

Both a chlorine rash and swimmer’s itch (cercarial dermatitis) are swimming-related rashes. However, a chlorine rash is a reaction to coming into contact with chlorine, while swimmer’s itch is ...

In 2007, Michelle Macy first braved the cold waters of the English Channel to join the legions of marathon swimmers who have attempted the daunting swim between England the France. The 32-year-old ...