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Can asthmatic patient visit Leh ladakh?

2019-06-26 11:35:59
My husband has right lung lobe collapse, asthma and sinus. Can he visit Leh ladakh safely since it's at high altitude? What precaution should I take and medicines along?
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Definitely no

Answered2019-06-28 08:46:28

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Hi. I understand your concern s. He will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Consult a pulmonologist for the same at the earliest

Answered2019-06-27 09:15:59

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Hi He needs to be assessed by a pulmonologist.

Answered2019-06-27 04:34:08

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