Brian Peters Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 hi all, i have sleep apnea and also take warfarin for atrial fibrialation, i have just taken early retirement and would love to spend a few weeks in a more sunny destination in the winter, the problem is i need mains on site for my air pump so wild camping or aires are not really an option, and a supply of warfarin whilst on my travels. Does anyone know if its possible to have an inr readings done whilst abroad or would i have to return home for this test? Many thanks in advance, Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tracker Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I can't help with medical advice Brian but have you considered - dare I say it - a generator for emergency use? An Efoy or similar fuel cell is another way of getting power but although quiet and fuss free costs a lot more? Solar panels on the roof - as many as will fit and you can justify paying for - plus extra batteries allied to an inverter are also well woth thinking about? You can still use sites but whatever happens whenever if it happens and wherever you are you will have one thing less to worry about? Good luck and happy travels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallii Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 You can buy a meter for about £400 (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-147126/DIY-doctor-tests-blood-clots-minutes.html). They will also do the test in mainland Europe but you will have to pay (you might be able to claim the cost back from the NHS). In Spain you just walk into any clinic and hand over about 10 - 12 Euro and they do the test, sometimes instantly. £17 will buy you 112 5 mg tablets or most doctors will prescribe for a couple of months for holidays. Electricity is available on all campsites in France and Spain, as you would expect. My other half "saves up" warfarin so she has enough for our travels, just order some a week earlier each time, it soon mounts up! H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peters Posted December 12, 2011 Author Share Posted December 12, 2011 thank you for your helpful advice, Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eljay Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Hello Brian, I am on warfarin and needed a blood test (INR) whilst travelling around France on holiday. I simply went in to a hospital and found the anti-coagulant clinic. They took the blood sample and I then had to phone back later in the day for the result. Sadly, the UK instantaneous testing doesn't seem to be available. Anyway, it was necessary to do a certain amount of form filling in order to get the test done and I eventually received a bill (in French "facture") from the hospital for about €9.65. I just sent off a €10 euro note and a receipt duly arrived about a week later. However, that was some years ago and the cost will have gone up since then. If you need further guidance or help then please get in touch. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triumph Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 hi brian i also have sleep apnea last summer i wild camped for over a month no probs i bought a 12volt lead for my cpap machine and have a generator as back for the batterys .The lead i purhased was from resmed who makes the machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triumph Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 hi brian i also have sleep apnea last summer i wild camped for over a month no probs i bought a 12volt lead for my cpap machine and have a generator as back for the batterys .The lead i purhased was from resmed who makes the machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triumph Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 hi brian i also have sleep apnea last summer i wild camped for over a month no probs i bought a 12volt lead for my cpap machine and have a generator as back for the batterys .The lead i purhased was from resmed who makes the machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peters Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 thanks for your advice Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peters Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 Hi Triumph, I also have resmed equipment,( escape pump), how much was the 12volt lead? i presume its supplied by resmed? I have a solar panel so hopefully wont need a genny, Thank you so much for your reply Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peters Posted December 15, 2011 Author Share Posted December 15, 2011 Hi Tracker, I have a solar panel on my van roof so hopefully wont need a genny, thanks for your advice. Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhorsf Posted December 15, 2011 Share Posted December 15, 2011 http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.php?t=685357 You may find this of interest about self testing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triumph Posted December 16, 2011 Share Posted December 16, 2011 Hi Brian, purchased the 12 volt lead from www.realsleep.co.uk the price £49. I have a genny because i am always sure of power.Any more we can help you with just ask , hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Peters Posted December 18, 2011 Author Share Posted December 18, 2011 thanks for all replies, they will certainly help me sort out my dilema one way or anouther, Theres an old saying "its not where your at, its where your going" Thank you all. Brian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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