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James L. Caruso Articles

Scuba Diving Doctor: Can People with Depression Dive Safely?

Expert advice from the scuba diving doctor: Is it safe to dive if you're taking medicine for depression?

Scuba Diving Doctor: Why Are My Ears "Full" After Diving?

Wondering why your ears feel full after going scuba diving? The Diving Doctor explains why this happens, and how to get rid of ear pain.

How to Prevent Vertigo While Scuba Diving

Why some scuba divers experience vertigo at depth — and what they can do about it.

Dive Doctor: What Are Skin Bends?

Cutaneous decompression sickness — aka skin bends — is often ignored. Do you recognize the signs?

Scuba Diving Doctor: Why Did I Get Unexplained DCS (Decompression Sickness)?

Often, decompression sickness can be a random event, and the cause remains unknown. U.S. Navy veteran Dr. James L. Caruso explains potential causes of DCS.