Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Altitude Sickness
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Altitude Sickness
Altitude sickness, affecting individuals at high altitudes, results from reduced oxygen levels. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, and dizziness. Prevention includes gradual ascent and acclimatisation. If symptoms persist, descending to lower altitudes is advised. Severities range, and severe cases, like High Altitude Pulmonary Oedema, require immediate medical attention.
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