Swimmer's Itch = Duck Mites?

[Rattlesnake Gal]

Swim offshore if possible.

Swimming rather than playing or wading in shallow water will reduce exposure.

Brisk and vigorous toweling immediately after leaving the water can crush the cercariae before they can penetrate the skin.

Professional aquatic biologist reports applying a waterproof sunscreen before swimming has personally been successful to prevent swimmer's itch.