dive-related health issues

Dive-related health issues mainly stem from changes in pressure underwater. One common problem is decompression sickness, or "the bends," which occurs when divers ascend too quickly, causing nitrogen bubbles to form in the body. Another issue is barotrauma, resulting from pressure differences affecting air-filled spaces, like eardrums or lungs. Nitrogen narcosis, sometimes called "the rapture of the deep," can impair judgment at great depths due to the effects of nitrogen. Proper training and adherence to safety practices are essential to minimizing these risks while diving. Understanding these issues can help divers stay safe and enjoy their underwater experiences.