Hi guys,
I recently booked my Open Water Certification Course and was told I needed to get a Dive Medical. Today I went to the doctor and went through the Spirometry Test. I was told that I have Mild Restrictions and that I cannot go diving now. They suggested I go see a specialist to get checked out and see what they say about the situation. So this coming Thursday I am now booked in to see a specialist. I want to dive so badly. This is something I've wanted my whole life and to be told that I cant do it is a real kick in the teeth. I'm 19, fit and I have never had any chronic problems in my life. I also got an X-ray today and was told that I have a bit of bronchial thickness but other than that my lungs are clear and healthy.
Just wondering whether anyone has any advice for me as this is really disappointing news.
Any help would be great.
Cheers
Raz2097
I recently booked my Open Water Certification Course and was told I needed to get a Dive Medical. Today I went to the doctor and went through the Spirometry Test. I was told that I have Mild Restrictions and that I cannot go diving now. They suggested I go see a specialist to get checked out and see what they say about the situation. So this coming Thursday I am now booked in to see a specialist. I want to dive so badly. This is something I've wanted my whole life and to be told that I cant do it is a real kick in the teeth. I'm 19, fit and I have never had any chronic problems in my life. I also got an X-ray today and was told that I have a bit of bronchial thickness but other than that my lungs are clear and healthy.
Just wondering whether anyone has any advice for me as this is really disappointing news.
Any help would be great.
Cheers
Raz2097