I concur. The bottom line with asthma and diving is:
If the trigger for an attack is consistent;
this trigger is nearly 100% predictable;
the trigger can be eliminated during a dive;
the candidate can dive.
For example, if one is allergic to cat hairs, its unlikely any cat proteins will be in CGA quality air, particularly Grade E nitrox compatible dry air, and thus likely is clear to dive.
Quote: (Originally Posted by ScubaDadMiami)
Though not a physician, I have read (mostly in the past though) extensively on the subject. The bottom line is that views on this subject have changed over time.
Asthma used to be considered an absolute contraindication to diving. Later, this was modified to the diver candidate being passed if not dependent upon inhaler nor having an attack within a certain period of time.
Things continue to change as more of an understanding is learned. So, if you want to find out information, make sure you are getting it from someone who knows about the latest stances and standards about the subject in the diving medical community.