Medical Questions
Jacuzzi and diving
What possible impact does soaking in a jacuzzi (hot water with massaging jets) have on off-gassing and DCS? I see a lot of people going...
Tim Blömeke teaches technical and recreational diving in Taiwan and the Philippines. He is also a freelance writer and translator, as well as a member of the editorial team of Alert Diver. For questions, comments, and inquiries, you can contact him via his blog page or on Instagram.
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What possible impact does soaking in a jacuzzi (hot water with massaging jets) have on off-gassing and DCS? I see a lot of people going...
I’m 20 years old and will be having four wisdom teeth (third molars) removed soon. I understand I’ll have air pockets where my teeth were,...
I am 79 years old and healthy. I have not been diving in several years and would like to get back into it. Are there...
I heard that the use of EANx (Nitrox) could stimulate the growth of cancer cells. Is that true?Answer from DAN experts: There is absolutely no evidence...
ls there any reason cold water might increase the likelihood of lung squeeze while freediving? I have experienced lung squeeze a few times, but only...
I'm trying to quit smoking and I would like to know: are there any contraindications to diving when taking Champix? Answer from DAN experts: This medication acts...
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What are the current DAN guidelines on scuba diving and free diving on the same day? FREE DIVING BEFORE SCUBA The answer varies depending on the intensity...
Yesterday I carried out a recreational dive at 39 mt. for a total time of 30 min. without any problems, discomfort, or indisposition. I was...
Four days ago I came into contact with a jellyfish in the Mediterranean Sea. At the pharmacy I was advised to use Flubason 0.25%, desoximetasone...
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A few days ago, I started a drug treatment for stress using the following medications: Wellbutrin (brupropion hydrochloride) and Xanax (alprazolam). Is my diving activity...