Meaning
Physical distress from difficulty adjusting to lower oxygen pressure at high altitude.
Most cases of altitude sickness are mild, but some may be life-threatening.
Symptoms tend to occur within hours after arrival at high altitude and include headache, nausea, shortness of breath and inability to exercise.
Mild cases may resolve in one to three days. Severe cases may require oxygen, medication and moving to a lower altitude.
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