HPNSS
\ˌe͡ɪt͡ʃpˌiːˌɛnˈɛsˈɪz], \ˌeɪtʃpˌiːˌɛnˈɛsˈɪz], \ˌeɪ_tʃ_p_ˌiː__ˌɛ_n_ˈɛ_s_ˈɪ_z]\
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A syndrome related to increased atmospheric pressure and characterized by tremors, nausea, dizziness, decreased motor and mental performance, and SEIZURES. This condition may occur in those who dive deeply (c. 1000 ft) usually while breathing a mixture of oxygen and helium. The condition is associated with a neuroexcitatory effect of helium.
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