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Could i have a retinal hemorrhage from altitude?
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Yes: This is a well described cause of edema and bleeding of the retina when you climb higher than your acclimation. The use of acetazolamide can help but a common associated condition is fluid in the lung which basically halts further climbing and brain fog with confusion and disorientation.
Answered 8/1/2012
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