Crewfish13
Registered
I'm starting my OW certification classes tonight, through SSI. Based on the SSI Medical History, I have no conditions that would require me to gain physician's approval prior to diving. I'm 28, in good overall health, a bit overweight (BMI 28 but falling), and have no medical conditions aside from mild seasonal allergies that I can easily treat with OTC medications (Claritin/Benadryl) when I get congested. So all's good on that front.
However, just filling out the form made me realize that I haven't been in to see my physician in about 5 years, and I should probably get in for a well-check. In addition, I'd like to discuss treatment options to clear up congestion the allergies that would be best for use with diving, as congestion on the wrong day can ruin a trip, and I'm not sure I'd want to be diving on Benadryl.
Long story short, I'm going in for a well-check Thursday. Should I bring the SSI medical forms along and get a sign off, even thought it's not required? My concern is that once I get a sign-off, people will be looking for it to be re-upped annually.
Thanks for your input!
However, just filling out the form made me realize that I haven't been in to see my physician in about 5 years, and I should probably get in for a well-check. In addition, I'd like to discuss treatment options to clear up congestion the allergies that would be best for use with diving, as congestion on the wrong day can ruin a trip, and I'm not sure I'd want to be diving on Benadryl.
Long story short, I'm going in for a well-check Thursday. Should I bring the SSI medical forms along and get a sign off, even thought it's not required? My concern is that once I get a sign-off, people will be looking for it to be re-upped annually.
Thanks for your input!