## Can Your Lungs Explode Scuba Diving?
Scuba diving is a popular and exciting activity, but it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Lung expansion is one potential risk of scuba diving, and it can be fatal.
### What is lung expansion?
Lung expansion is a condition in which the lungs become overinflated and burst. This can happen when a diver ascends too quickly from a dive, causing the pressure in the lungs to decrease too rapidly. The air in the lungs can then expand, causing the alveoli (tiny air sacs in the lungs) to rupture.
### Symptoms of lung expansion
The symptoms of lung expansion can include:
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Coughing up blood
Dizziness
Loss of consciousness
### Treatment for lung expansion
Treatment for lung expansion typically involves surgery to repair the ruptured alveoli. The diver may also need to be placed on a ventilator to help them breathe.
### How to prevent lung expansion
The best way to prevent lung expansion is to ascend slowly from a dive. The recommended ascent rate is 30 feet per minute. Divers should also make frequent stops during their ascent to allow the pressure in their lungs to adjust.
### Other risk factors for lung expansion
In addition to ascending too quickly, there are other risk factors for lung expansion, including:
Being overweight or obese
Having a history of lung disease
Smoking
Diving in cold water
### If you experience any symptoms of lung expansion, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Early treatment can help to improve the chances of a successful recovery.
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