Salt water aspiration syndrome
Salt water aspiration syndrome is a rare diving disorder suffered by SCUBA divers who inhale a mist of seawater from a faulty demand valve causing irritation of the lungs.[1][2] It can be treated by rest for several hours. If severe, medical assessment is required.
Symptoms
Symptoms of salt water aspiration syndrome include:
Treatment
Oxygen therapy
See also
References
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