How will physical activity and sweat affect a new piercing?
For most people this does not cause problems, although you may want to clean your new piercing after engaging in strenuous activity. Always listen to your body. If something is not good for the piercing your body will let you know. Generally, if an activity is not causing you any discomfort, it is probably just fine. back to the top of the page Can I go swimming with my piercing? For the first 6-8 weeks, avoid swimming in standing bodies of water i.e. lakes, pools, hot tubs. These contain bacteria and/or harsh chemicals. There are waterproof bandages available called Tegaderm or Duoderm. These patches allow oxygen through so that your piercing can breathe, but are impermeable to water and fluids. They work best for navels and nipples. Open ocean water can be ok because it tends to be cleaner, but not protected areas such as bays or inlets. Keep in mind, we throw our garbage into the ocean so take heed and use your judgment. When a piercing is healed you can stop using the patches, just
