I was just certified and have to say I am in love! I have a lot to work on and look forward to many more dives to come.
The downside is I have allergies. I knew this going into diving. When I did my first day, it was challenging to equalize and I kept hearing a squeaking sound. I then realized I was trying to equalize too hard (as per my Dr. there was already fluid in my Eustachian tubes) I did quickly realize that if I held my nose and swallowed this was much better for me to equalize, but the damage was done.
I then continued to dive for two more days to complete my certification. I did inform each instructor of my clogged ear (I had no pain nor dizziness). I treated with antihistamine and decongestants but alas it became too much and went to the Dr. I have unilateral ear infection with Barotrauma in both ears (only one was giving me issues). Now I am on treatment of antibiotics and prednisone and can not be in water for at least two weeks.
I have a follow up with the ENT in two weeks. I have been assured my diving will continue but need to get a handle on what is happening in my Eustachian tubes as well.
Allergies are no joke when diving and I tell this story so you will be aware. Squeaking in your ears is NOT a good thing!! It’s like a balloon squeezing out air.
Talk to your Dr!! Oh and Happy Diving!!
The downside is I have allergies. I knew this going into diving. When I did my first day, it was challenging to equalize and I kept hearing a squeaking sound. I then realized I was trying to equalize too hard (as per my Dr. there was already fluid in my Eustachian tubes) I did quickly realize that if I held my nose and swallowed this was much better for me to equalize, but the damage was done.
I then continued to dive for two more days to complete my certification. I did inform each instructor of my clogged ear (I had no pain nor dizziness). I treated with antihistamine and decongestants but alas it became too much and went to the Dr. I have unilateral ear infection with Barotrauma in both ears (only one was giving me issues). Now I am on treatment of antibiotics and prednisone and can not be in water for at least two weeks.
I have a follow up with the ENT in two weeks. I have been assured my diving will continue but need to get a handle on what is happening in my Eustachian tubes as well.
Allergies are no joke when diving and I tell this story so you will be aware. Squeaking in your ears is NOT a good thing!! It’s like a balloon squeezing out air.
Talk to your Dr!! Oh and Happy Diving!!