A U.S. member climbing the Baltoro Glacier in Pakistan became severely ill over two days, suffering persistent diarrhea, progressive worsening of abdominal pain and labored breathing. The member tried antibiotics and rehydration salts for his condition, but the symptoms continued. A trained paramedic who was part of the climbing group reported the member’s condition, which included an abdominal protrusion, redness on the skin and unusually dark stools. The climbing leaders contacted Global Rescue medical operation personnel who determined that the symptoms suggested upper GI bleeding, a possible hernia or cellulitis, each of which required immediate evaluation. A helicopter field rescue was activated to recover and evacuate the member from the Baltoro Glacier to a medical center in Skardu where he was evaluated, diagnosed and treated for Melena due to damage to the upper GI lining. He received IV medications, antibiotics and gastric acid control medications. Treating physicians discharged him several hours later with a fit-to-fly assessment and a recommendation to get further evaluation and treatment upon his return home.