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Living at sea level (Florida) and traveling to Colorado to ski I suffered constantly with Acute Mountain Sickness. I tried about everything, but this year I tried something new Oxygen Max it comes in tablet form and really worked for me. It is definitely worth looking into at OxygenMax.com and it's all natural.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoIf you have the symptoms of AMS, you shouldn't ascend any higher. You should:
- rest
- make sure you drink enough fluids
- take painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if you have a headache
- take antisickness medicines
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∙ 10y agoAltitude sickness is a pathological effect of high altitude on humans. The sickness is caused by acute exposure to low partial pressure of oxygen at high altitude. The most helpful and effective way to treat altitude sickness is taking acetazolamide, this drug should help preventing the sickness.
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∙ 11y agoMainly going to lower altitudes or putting yourself under pressure.
Diamox can also help.
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∙ 13y agoAltitude sickness can be treated with oxygen therapy
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∙ 12y agoAspirin or acetaminophen may be taken, while the drug acetazolamide (Diamox) can relieve symptoms of mild acute mountain sickness (AMS).
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∙ 12y agoYou can only prepare, or acclimatize to altitude. Stay a day or two at the 3000m level before you go any higher.
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What causes altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness is caused by changes in the distribution of oxygen and pressure. The symptoms of altitude sickness resemble those of a cold.
What flow rate of oxygen should be administered to treat altitude sickness?
2-4 LPM by nasal canula.
What is the danger of altitude sickness at 7900 Ft.?
elevation and altitude sickness? Aspen? A concern?
What is altitude sickness in mount Everest?
You can learn about Altitude Sickness on Mount Everest at the link provided.
Why do we get altitude sickness?
Altitude sickness occurs when people increase altitude too quickly. What is the cause of altitude sickness? Acute mountain sickness is caused by reduced air pressure and lower oxygen levels at high altitudes. The faster you climb to a high altitude, the more likely you will get acute mountain sickness. You are at higher risk for acute mountain sickness if: You live at or near sea level and travel to a high altitude. Oct 16, 2017
Do you get altitude sickness at the South Pole?
Yes, some people are extremely affected by altitude sickness and cannot remain at their duty stations. Altitude sickness, however, does not strike all workers or scientists.
How is altitude treated?
Altitude sickness can be treated with oxygen therapy
What major syndromes are catagorized as altitude sickness?
There are three major clinical syndromes that fall under the heading of altitude sickness: acute mountain sickness (AMS), high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), and high-altitude cerebral edema (HACE).
What altitude do you get altitude sickness?
The lowest recorded case of serious altitude sickness (HAPE) was at 2500m in a climber in Japan. However, most people need to travel above 3000m and stay there for at least 12 hours before symptoms of altitude sickness develop.
Can you suffer altitude sickness in Bhutan?
no
What does altitude sickness do?
Altitude sickness reduces the amount of oxygen in the brain, causing such symptoms as dizziness, shortness of breath, and mental confusion
Are there any statistics for Altitude sickness?
no. it is not preventable.
