Pikes Peak and my Roadtrek 210
Hello all, We have a 2008 210 Popular in excellent mechanical shape. We live in the gulf coast area and our rig would not be set for elevation. I am not sure if this is an issue or not. I would...
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Doctor's response...
Hi Ms.G..,
You should be all right to go 15,000 feet. You are not anemic. However make sure you are staying hydrated. Compression stockings would be a good idea to prevent blood clots and exercise your calf muscles when sitting.
Have lots of fun !
Regards,
Dr. N...
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So the option to do this is still on the table... Obviously... it is of a high priority for my wife or she would not have sent the email to the doctor. One of the previous posters said that during the ascent to stop and "acclimate" yourself... I agree with that idea and plan to be careful.
I have not heard from many about "if they have actually done this themselves in their Class B / C". I was hoping to hear comments like "hey... no problem"... to "Holy Moses... I would never do that again". lol
Again, thanks to all for your comments and posts.
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Hi Ms.G..,
You should be all right to go 15,000 feet. You are not anemic. However make sure you are staying hydrated. Compression stockings would be a good idea to prevent blood clots and exercise your calf muscles when sitting.
Have lots of fun !
Regards,
Dr. N...
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So the option to do this is still on the table... Obviously... it is of a high priority for my wife or she would not have sent the email to the doctor. One of the previous posters said that during the ascent to stop and "acclimate" yourself... I agree with that idea and plan to be careful.
I have not heard from many about "if they have actually done this themselves in their Class B / C". I was hoping to hear comments like "hey... no problem"... to "Holy Moses... I would never do that again". lol
Again, thanks to all for your comments and posts.
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