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Is Travelling To A High Altitude Advisable While Having Sleep Apnea?

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Posted on Fri, 20 Jan 2017
Question: I have severe central sleep apnea. the machines do not work for me. in, addition I am traveveling to XXXXXXX trehe 21st of this month,altitude, just under 9000 feet. should I take acetazolamide or something else.
regards XXXXXXX XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you should should take acetazolamide tablet.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, you should take acetazolamide tablet. This will help in preventing acute mountain sickness.
So better to take acetazolamide 24-48 hours prior to journey and continue till you return.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Is Travelling To A High Altitude Advisable While Having Sleep Apnea?

Brief Answer: Yes, you should should take acetazolamide tablet. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should take acetazolamide tablet. This will help in preventing acute mountain sickness. So better to take acetazolamide 24-48 hours prior to journey and continue till you return. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.