<p>I agree with everything iceburns just said, you really have to conceptualize being dead at the age of 21/22, not living the rest of your life, the impact on your family in my opinion makes it almost a selfish thing to do (again, just my opinion). Also, I would definitely recommend High crimes, it really shows you what kind of corruption exists on Everest and how that has lead to climbers deaths in recent years. The cost is substantial as well, I'd even say 50k is a rather conservative estimate, once you factor in a permit to climb everest (which increases every year) and airfare to Nepal etc. Oh and there was some talk about when expeditions leave; I believe they start in early April/late march and then culminate in a summit push on May 10th to 15th because the winds then are less severe. And I would also recommend doing alot more climbs in south America along the Andes before you even start to think about everest...just my 2 cents</p>
<p>I suggest living in Colorado.</p>
<p>Can you give us some insight on the complications of high altitude with hemophilia? I'm definitely not an authority on the subject but aren't high altitudes supposed to be avoided with someone who has hemophilia? Bleeding into the joints, increased pressure causes increased risk of bleeding, etc.?
If participation in contact sports in high school is not allowed due to a diagnosis of hemophilia, it may be very difficult to get any permits to climb let alone be considered for any type of insurance. Can you elaborate on the medical complications of high altitude climbing with someone who suffers from hemophilia?</p>
<p>well high altitude=lower pressure, you dont get enough oxygen thus the oxygen tanks when climbing to really high places.</p>
<p>Yes, but how does high altitude affect a hemophiliac? Doesn't the change in pressure greatly increase the chance of complications in hemophiliacs? Complications such as bleeding into the joints, cerebral bleeding, etc. Just curious.</p>
<p>it doesnt
spoken to docs about it</p>
<p>just let this thread die</p>
<p>But it must. I really would like to know. I mean, joint issues in both Hemophilia A and Hemophilia B are relatively common over the course of someone's life dealing with this genetic condition. When combined with the high chance of bumps, bruises, scrapes, and cuts from the terrain wouldn't mountaineering be a less than desirable hobby for someone with the condition? Let me correct that statement. Although a highly desirable hobby, wouldn't it be unrealistic to get clearance for such an endeavor due to the medical risks? What did the doctors that you consulted say?</p>
<p>gave me a list of symptoms to watch for and otherwise at no higher risk than anyone else</p>
<p>You might want to get a second opinion on that. What was on his list?</p>
<p>are you just posting to take shots at my credibly and make me look bad?</p>
<p>if so get a life</p>
<p>the )symptoms of cerebral edmea (may have mispelled)</p>
<p>It's called cerebral edema. It can affect all climbers, not just hemophiliacs, and it's fatal in most cases.</p>
<p>bottom line </p>
<p>I really do have hemophilia (it is very well controlled through factor 8)
I have climbed three mountains already and plan to climb several more (including everest)</p>
<p>No, I'm honestly curious. Everything that I've read about the subject of hemophilia emphasizes the high chances of joint issues and deterioration over time due to bleeding into the joints over the years. What if you get cut from a jagged rock which is commonplace in mountain climbing? Also, there's the issue of cerebral edema and hemorrage. Reading about medicine, diseases, etc. has been a lifelong hobby for me and I'm curious whenever I read something that doesn't correspond with information from my previous readings. Many years ago, I earned a BS in Medical Technology with double minors in Chemistry and Bio. So, based on my experience, I find it hard to believe that the mountaineering that you're discussing is possible for someone with the condition.</p>
<p>According to my physician my condition is not as severe as some of the other people with my condition. I have a clotting type Factor 8 deficiency. I have been prescribed by a doctor a nasal spray that contains Factor. I carry it with me everywhere. If I am ever injured I take two sprays of the clotting Factor and I will my blood will clot just like a normal person.</p>
<p>I'm glad it's under control. Honestly, I was just curious. So, you must have Type A. I wondered if it really wasn't hemophilia but rather another blood clotting disease called Von Willebrand. I understand that Von Willebrand is managed well with the nasal spray (combo of hormone to increase the Von Willebrand Factor and a bit of Factor VIII). I didn't know that the nasal spray was an option for hemophiliacs. I thought that the Factor VIII had to be injected. I was curious as to whether or not the activity of climbing high peaks would exasperate the condition.</p>
<p>For me any mouth injury requires injections of Factor 8. I am familiar with von willebrands because for a while it was thought that I had that because I dont bleed as severely. But mouth injuries can be potentially fatal (there was a particular incident where I almost bleed out from scratching the inside of my mouth with a pretzel, i was diagnosed at that time). I have iv bags of factor 8 in my home and take them with me on trips. Bruises and cuts for me though just require the nasal spray. On the expeditions I have gone on i do carry a iv bag of factor 8. But for most injuries the nasal spray will suffice.</p>
<p>Isnt type a really bad? I think every 7/10 hemophilliacs suffer from type A, and 6/10 of those type a have the most severe form.</p>
<p>A bank loaning money to a n00b trying to climb Everest is like a bank loaning money to a suicide bomber. To build his bomb. </p>
<p>In their mind, they're probly not gonna get the money back from you.</p>