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...
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...
My wife and I love to travel to exotic destinations, and my previous doctor used to give me antibiotics in case I got sick in...
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...
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...
I would like some information regarding the best contraceptive method to use, more compatible with diving. I am oriented towards the copper-based intrauterine device (IUD),...
I have to teach an OWD course to a student who has silicone breast implants. I would like to know if there are any contraindications...