(Q) 06.09.11 “Is it possible to suffer any problems from diving 6 months AFTER the dive? I had what I would consider a fairly normal dive experience. We were in Fiji and we dove to a max of 100ft. We flew home to New Zealand 2 days later. I had a panic attack (had only … Read more
(Q) “Hi Doc, I am absolutely new at diving. Went through the course and then last week-end went to Florida for my 4 check out dives. I didn’t have a cold, but my partner thought it was a good idea to take Sudafed just to make sure. I had a hard time equalizing, had to … Read more
Many divers who emerge from initial diving certification programs with an “open water” certification choose not to pursue further formal training, going forward by acquiring practical experience though their diving activities. Often, this works well since practical “real life” experience arguably is just as relevant in producing a qualified diver. At least, in warm water, … Read more
(Q) I am a pre-grad med student from South Africa. I have had otitis media (middle ear infection) and in May 2010 received bilateral grommets. The right one gave me recurrent infections and I had it removed but the left one is still in place. I am a scuba diver and spearfisherman and am going … Read more
Q) Hello DocVikingo, I have had sleep apnea for over 10 years and have no problems. I use a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine every night. (A) Hi L… You don’t mention whether you have obstructive (OSA) or central sleep apnea (CSA), although the former is much more likely. In either event, it essentially depends … Read more
