Scuba diving and sickle cell trait

[Samson]

You have a condition that can result in complications while under the water. Below the surface is not the point in time your dive partner should become aware you have a known medical issue. Either disclose your condition to everyone you plan to enter the water with so they can make an informed decision about diving with you, or take up another activity. Don't let selfishness jeopardize the lives of your dive partners.

-Z

Not sure where you got the idea I was being selfish or the idea that I wasn't going to disclose this to anyone I'd be diving with. That was never remotely indicated anywhere in any of my posts.

 

[Duke Dive Medicine]

You have a condition that can result in complications while under the water. Below the surface is not the point in time your dive partner should become aware you have a known medical issue. Either disclose your condition to everyone you plan to enter the water with so they can make an informed decision about diving with you, or take up another activity. Don't let selfishness jeopardize the lives of your dive partners.

-Z

He was cleared to dive by a physician trained and experienced in examining divers for fitness.

Best regards,
DDM