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Travel to high altitude with lung condition: Need to take precautions?
COPD: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | Last Active: Sep 11, 2021 | Replies (45)Comment receiving replies
Thank you! We decided to make a loop trip and go down to TX to see our other daughter, too. Her work has a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for the hotel she manages so the timing works to see both of them.
I hadn't realized South Africa was a higher altitude, but an African Safari is on our bucket list. I don't suppose there is a leaf like that around here.
I have heard of even healthy people using O2 on their first night of being in the Vail/Avon area, but I don't know how it works. Does it require a mask? Is it something we should get here in Minnesota before we leave or wait until we get into CO? Do you return the bottles? Sorry for my ignorance on these things. We do use a finger monitor and he always stops when out of breath (which is often). He doesn't get any exercise, especially now when he doesn't even go into stores with me. His intentions are good, but......
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@sistertwo - I have heard this too. And when you need assistance and it's available you use it!
@sistertwo Sounds like you have a big trip planned! I live in Colorado, north of Denver. I would strongly suggest that your husband see his primary care doctor before he attempts this trip. Better safe than sorry.
A few things I recommend to people:
NO alcohol—it really does you in when going to a higher altitude
Be prepared for snow and ice! You need all-wheel drive or chains—it’s the law . Traffic is slow from Denver to aspen with lots of hills (mountains) so your car should be in good condition. Always carry extra blankets, water and food.
I’ll let these websites tell you more: than
https://www.pikes-peak.com/high-altitude-tips/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/understanding-altitude-sickness-5-best-tips-for-your-next-mountain-trip/
These are just some websites that may be helpful.
Good luck and safe travels!
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No bottles just get thrown out and it's just a finger contraption no mask needed sounds like you are using one already. You could drive back down to Denver at night which is lower altitude than aspen