Swimmer's itch, a red pimply rash, is an allergic reaction to microscopic parasites. The parasites burrow into the skin of humans and animals after contact with contaminated water, with children more ...

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(NEXSTAR) – Officials in coastal and lakeside municipalities in several parts of the country have issued alerts about “swimmer’s itch” in recent weeks, perhaps prompting a few would-be beachgoers to ...