Can you swim if you have an upset stomach?

Swimming is usually allowed for gastrointestinal discomfort, but is generally not recommended if the patient has significant abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting and other discomforts.
Gastrointestinal discomfort is usually caused by gastroenteritis, peptic ulcer, dyspepsia and other diseases, the patient’s gastrointestinal peristalsis and digestion and absorption function is impaired. Swimming is a good aerobic exercise, appropriate swimming can not only accelerate the metabolism, improve their own immunity, physical fitness, but also improve gastrointestinal peristalsis, relieve gastrointestinal discomfort.
However, it should be noted that if the patient has obvious abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting and other uncomfortable symptoms, should ensure enough rest, usually not recommended to swim, so as not to aggravate the condition. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to the temperature of the water when swimming, not too cold, avoid winter swimming.
Patients with gastrointestinal discomfort are advised to seek timely medical attention to identify the cause of the disease under the guidance of a professional physician and to carry out targeted treatment to avoid delaying the condition.