Health Problems That May Arise When Diving
Panoramic views of fantastic coral reefs, majestic and frightening shipwrecks and extraordinary marine life are the main attractions for dive lovers. But it’s important to remember the dangers of scuba diving, as some are potentially life threatening.
Health problems that may arise from diving
Barotrauma
Divers usually dive into the ocean by pinching their nose and blowing air through the ear to push more air into the middle ear.
Barotrauma occurs when a diver rises and falls too fast while holding his breath, causing the gas in the middle ear and lungs to expand very quickly. This is the result of failing to balance the drastic pressure difference between the body and the surrounding environment. As a result, divers experience severe ear pain and damage to ear tissue and lungs.
These lung injuries can be bad enough to cause lung collapse (pneumothorax). Injury can also allow free air bubbles …
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