A member asked:

Would it be safe for me to go scuba diving when i have a heart condition, and palpitations, leaky valve, and a prosthetic heart valve and asthma?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Cardiologist: I don't think so but review your cardiac disease with your cardiologist who knows your heart. You might stick to snorkeling. All the best.

Answered 4/23/2015

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SCUBA: Without knowing the specifics of your 'heart condition', the valve situation and asthma, I would have to caution you against diving. It is best that you check with your own cardiologist for questions like this.

Answered 4/29/2015

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Wrong forum: We can often provide some medical advice based on the information you provide in the question.However, the question you ask would require that we have a full history, exam and list of meds.Becoming certified to do scuba would likely require medical clearance before a reputable source would let you rent the equipment.Talk to your treating docs and see if they think it is wise/possible.

Answered 7/27/2016

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