I'm planning a trip to Leh where the altitude ranges from 10,000 to 18,000 feet, but I've got some concerns. I had a heart bypass surgery back in 2004 and was diagnosed with ILD in 2015. I'm currently taking six Pirfenex daily. Do you think it would be safe for me to go on this trip to such high altitudes, or could it pose any risks to my health?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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its better you avoid high altitude at this point

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Answered 04/07/2025

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