Walt Stearns
Contributor
Antihistamines, Decongestants and Diving
Is this a good combination?
The sun is shining and the water looks inviting, but as you prepare for your dives you’re congested, sneezing and your watery eyes are so bad they’re threatening to flood your mask. Some divers in this situation might choose to ignore these symptoms or try to dive with over-the counter decongestants or antihistamines, because let’s face it, no one wants to stay topside, particularly on a trip dedicated to diving. Before you take that giant stride and descend, check out the DAN Corner on page 67 of the latest issue - #20 - of The Underwater Journal.
Do you typically choose to dive with decongestants or antihistamines? I don't know, I'm coming off a two week trip to the Philippines and I had to forfeit a whole lot of dives due to congestion and a subsequent ear infection. I've taking decongestants and antibiotics. While it made me sick to miss out I'm still glad I did.
Once you've read the article, what are your thoughts?
Is this a good combination?
The sun is shining and the water looks inviting, but as you prepare for your dives you’re congested, sneezing and your watery eyes are so bad they’re threatening to flood your mask. Some divers in this situation might choose to ignore these symptoms or try to dive with over-the counter decongestants or antihistamines, because let’s face it, no one wants to stay topside, particularly on a trip dedicated to diving. Before you take that giant stride and descend, check out the DAN Corner on page 67 of the latest issue - #20 - of The Underwater Journal.
Do you typically choose to dive with decongestants or antihistamines? I don't know, I'm coming off a two week trip to the Philippines and I had to forfeit a whole lot of dives due to congestion and a subsequent ear infection. I've taking decongestants and antibiotics. While it made me sick to miss out I'm still glad I did.
Once you've read the article, what are your thoughts?
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