Marcalo
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I used to smoke, for a long time. I have scuba dived while as a smoker but not as a vaper. Has anyone had any issues since they swapped from cigarettes to vaping?
Vaping, smoking and scuba
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I'm the same. Smoked for several decades and gave up about three years ago. I didn't want to hit the big 50 and still be a smoker. Some may frown on it, but vaping made all the difference. I've gradually lowered the nicotine levels and hope to be down to 0% soon.
The good news is my lung efficiency has improved 20% since kicking the habit, as proven by my annual HSE divers medical.
I know some people still consider it smoking. I don't and, more importantly, neither does my doctor!
The good news is my lung efficiency has improved 20% since kicking the habit, as proven by my annual HSE divers medical.
I know some people still consider it smoking. I don't and, more importantly, neither does my doctor!
@Graeme Fraser - just having a chuckle at your location. Any houses listed for sale near you in Narnia? I can go through the Wardrobe!!! 
Just got back from traveling to SE Asia with a buddy who uses a vap. Make sure if traveling you check local laws as vapes are illegal where we were. Maybe something to consider.
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Marcalo
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I know nicotine needs a prescription in Japan. I was more asking about any issues arising from vaping and scuba if any exist. I don't foresee any issues but thought I would toss the question out into the void.
If I were your doctor, I too would be delighted that you quit smoking and substituted a less toxic blend of stuff to inhale. I would also point out to you that the long term effects of vaping are at this time unknown and would encourage you to ween yourself off. Personally, I think the air we breath is polluted to some extent no matter where we live and would not want to intentionally add anything more to it.
I tried to attach a link to a respected medical source on the topic, but for the third time in a week I was unable to figure out how to attach files or links on SB.
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seeker242
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Vape is way better than smoke as it does not contain tar or carbon monoxide. Nothing is better than both obviously.
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