Scuba Injuries
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ascent injury
pneumothorax
reverse squeeze
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Scuba Injuries Risk Factors
Risk factors for scuba injuries include:
Age over 40
Smoking
Obesity
Allergies
Diving in cold water
Upper respiratory infection
Sinusitis
Dental caries
or fillings
Intense
exercise
after a dive
Exertion under water
History of
ear infection
History of
sinusitis
Multiple dives within 24 hours
Patent foramen ovale
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Scuba Injuries Symptoms
Related Topics:
Air embolism
Barotitis media
Decompression illness
Jellyfish stings
Marine sting
Stingray stings
Traumatic pneumothorax
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Chest pain
Difficulty breathing
Ear pain
Facial pain
Joint pains
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Last Updated: Jul 15, 2008
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