Following from another thread; what is the current thinking regarding correct hydration and possible overhydration (e.g. drinking water before diving) with links to Immersion Pulmonary Oedema/Edema (IPO / IPE)?
My understanding was that it is bad to be dehydrated prior to decompression diving -- thickens the blood? -- thus drinking water prior to a dive is good especially if it's hot outside.
The question is at what point does this increase the risk of IPO/IPE? How much water to drink is too much?
My understanding was that it is bad to be dehydrated prior to decompression diving -- thickens the blood? -- thus drinking water prior to a dive is good especially if it's hot outside.
The question is at what point does this increase the risk of IPO/IPE? How much water to drink is too much?