Kaffphine
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Mildly addictive?..... I work where Coke is 'on tap'
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SaltyWhale
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Phew....!
At least now I know I am not the only Coke (Coca-cola) addict around here.
At least now I know I am not the only Coke (Coca-cola) addict around here.
blacknet
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Hello,
Speaking from experience here it does sound like a sinus related problem. I woudl recomend going to an ENT specialist and finding out what's going on. Sinus problems are nothing to take lightly as they can be very painful and cause all sorts of nasty problems.
Word of caution about sinus medicaitons. I have had reverse blocks on many ocassions and discovered, the hard way, that it's best to dive with out taking sinus medications, i.e. dive when you have no sinus problems and medication free. Before a dive I will go about a week medication free and if I can maintain that then I will dive.
Ed
Speaking from experience here it does sound like a sinus related problem. I woudl recomend going to an ENT specialist and finding out what's going on. Sinus problems are nothing to take lightly as they can be very painful and cause all sorts of nasty problems.
Word of caution about sinus medicaitons. I have had reverse blocks on many ocassions and discovered, the hard way, that it's best to dive with out taking sinus medications, i.e. dive when you have no sinus problems and medication free. Before a dive I will go about a week medication free and if I can maintain that then I will dive.
Ed
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Brothers & Sisters of the U/W Realm,
Years ago some dive operations used outdoor compressors.
The exhaust gases would sometimes be drawn into the intake manifold and voile', (you guessed it), headache city.
Some shops are unaware of the quality of their air.
Deduce the conditions which contribute to the headache.
Are you prone to the problem without diving?
Is it only when you have been diving?
Do you always fill at the same shop prior to diving?
Is your regulator draw pressure too hard?
Find a diving M.D. or one familiar with the effects of diving.
Work with you regular doctor to research a regimine of exercise, sleep and diet to draw out the less desirable elements which may be creating your problems.
Read up on your E.R. Cross! (New Science of Skin & Scuba Diving)
Check the DAN web site. (http://www.diversalertnetwork.org/medical/faq/index.asp)
Calculate your options. Eliminate the variables.
Dive safe!
Regards,
Lance Gothic
Shibumi
Years ago some dive operations used outdoor compressors.
The exhaust gases would sometimes be drawn into the intake manifold and voile', (you guessed it), headache city.
Some shops are unaware of the quality of their air.
Deduce the conditions which contribute to the headache.
Are you prone to the problem without diving?
Is it only when you have been diving?
Do you always fill at the same shop prior to diving?
Is your regulator draw pressure too hard?
Find a diving M.D. or one familiar with the effects of diving.
Work with you regular doctor to research a regimine of exercise, sleep and diet to draw out the less desirable elements which may be creating your problems.
Read up on your E.R. Cross! (New Science of Skin & Scuba Diving)
Check the DAN web site. (http://www.diversalertnetwork.org/medical/faq/index.asp)
Calculate your options. Eliminate the variables.
Dive safe!
Regards,
Lance Gothic
Shibumi
blacknet
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Hello,
Also *BEFORE* you fill your tanks look at the air quality report the dive shop must post (well in florida they must post it) Look at all the nasties.
Ed
Also *BEFORE* you fill your tanks look at the air quality report the dive shop must post (well in florida they must post it) Look at all the nasties.
Ed
Seeing a ENT doctor is one of those things I keep putting off. I have a sauna that that gives me relief for two or three days. I was thinking about using it the night before and again about 4 hours after the dive. Dose any body see a problem with this.
I don't fill at the same shop and I'm looking for a new MD.
I don't fill at the same shop and I'm looking for a new MD.
Roger, do any of your teeth hurt when the headache hits? Just curious. If there is nothing seriously amiss, your doctor can probably prescribe a common antibiotic and decongestant. However, off the shelf decongestants seem to work as well as the prescriptions. Try 24 hour Sudafed. Take the decongestant pill an hour before diving plus use a sudafed nosespray. Note that "blacknet" is right about desensitivisation. Do not use these decongestants except for immediate use prior to diving. Use the antibiotic as prescribed. There is no drowsyness or similar side effect with this.
ScubaJorgen
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Gee.... 
I wonder if taking a sauna after a dive is such a good idea with respect to the risk of getting bent... It is a hot and dry evironment, which dehydrates you while you sweat your a$$ off.... Dehydration is one of the main causes (factors) in getting the bends. I would wait a day after a dive before taking a sauna ...
Ok, this note is of-topic, but you just asked.
Bye
Jorgen
I wonder if taking a sauna after a dive is such a good idea with respect to the risk of getting bent... It is a hot and dry evironment, which dehydrates you while you sweat your a$$ off.... Dehydration is one of the main causes (factors) in getting the bends. I would wait a day after a dive before taking a sauna ...
Ok, this note is of-topic, but you just asked.
Bye
Jorgen
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