When I swim in my salt water pool, my finger tips get blisters on them…is this normal? The skin starts to peal and it’s really gross. I’ve stopped swimming because of it.

Question:

When I swim in my salt water pool, my finger tips get blisters on them…is this normal? The skin starts to peal and it’s really gross. I’ve stopped swimming because of it.

Answer:

Check the chlorine levels to make sure it is not too high and make sure the pH is well balanced. If you still get blisters in the ideal conditions, seek medical attention to diagnose the cause of the blisters.