The first is a seizure disorder and the second is diabetes. During a seizure, a person often goes unconscious and for someone with diabetes whose insulin levels are off, passing out or going into a full-blown diabetes coma can happen. Because both can occur unexpectedly, individuals suffering from these conditions should avoid scuba diving entirely.
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Which two conditions can cause a sudden case of unconsciousness which is extremely dangerous to diving?
- Dive Medicine
- Health Hazards