Having a seizure while swimming can be very dangerous, even if you're wearing a life jacket. The life jacket may keep you afloat, but you could still inhale water or be injured while unconscious. To stay as safe as possible, swim with a buddy who knows how to respond if you have a seizure in the water. Avoid swimming alone Show Full Answer

Having a seizure while swimming can be very dangerous, even if you're wearing a life jacket. The life jacket may keep you afloat, but you could still inhale water or be injured while unconscious. To stay as safe as possible, swim with a buddy who knows how to respond if you have a seizure in the water. Avoid swimming alone. Inform lifeguards about your condition and make sure you're swimming in an area with lifeguard supervision.

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