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Going scuba diving and have asthma. my asthma is well under control and hardly use my asthavent inhaler, but always carry it with me?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Not sure what your question is. I'm PADI certified and find it difficult to fathom how you would use an inhaler under water. Then again, there may be a way that I am unaware of. Please repost with a specific question.

Answered 3/3/2021

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