Question 1

ams (acute mountain sickness)?

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See below: Altitude sickness—also known as acute mountain sickness (ams), altitude illness, hypobaropathy, "the altitude bends", or soroche—is a pathological effect of high altitude on humans, caused by acute exposure to low partial pressure of oxygen at high altitude. It commonly occurs above 2, 400 metres (8, 000 feet).

Question 2

mountain sickness in denver area. help?

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Rest, hydrate &...: If possible going to a lower altitude is one of the best solutions.
Otherwise, minimize activity until you are more acclimated.  Drink plenty of water.
If you begin to feel really bad, you may have to go to the er.

Question 3

what can cause  acute mountain sickness?

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Altitude sickness: Acute altitude sickness may be associated with any combination of the following symptoms: fatigue, headache, dizziness, insomnia, shortness of breath during exertion, nausea, decreased appetite, swelling of extremities. Altitude sickness develops when the rate of ascent into higher altitudes outpaces the body's ability to adjust to those altitudes.

Question 4

what are the symptomsof moderate acute mountain sickness?

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Altitude sickness: Acute altitude sickness may be associated with any combination of the following symptoms: fatigue, headache, dizziness, insomnia, shortness of breath during exertion, nausea, decreased appetite, swelling of extremities. Altitude sickness develops when the rate of ascent into higher altitudes outpaces the body's ability to adjust to those altitudes.

Question 5

what medical symptoms might i get when i have mountain sickness?

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Mountain sickness: Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Initially, there may be dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, rapid pulse, and shortness of breath w/exertion. Later there can be chest tightness, blue skin discoloration (cyanosis), confusion, cough, coughing up blood, withdrawal from social interaction, and shortness of breath @ rest. Worst stage is coma and death.

Question 6

how is mountain sickness treated if no doctor?

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Fluids, rest, oxygen: Breath into a paper bag tight across your nose and mouth. Increase fluids, tylenol (acetaminophen) if headaches, and find supplemental oxygen found in small containers at many pharmacies.

Question 7

what is the prognosis for moderate (not mild) acute mountain sickness if it has resolved?  any long-term sequelae?

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Primary concern: the primary concern is fluid build up in the lungs....So, see a lung specialist to be appropriately treated

Question 8

how effective is acetozolamide in preventing acute mountain sickness?

Accepted Answer

Effective: Good choice but can also cause side effects: try vigorous hydration and slow ascending.

Question 9

can you tell me things to keep in mind about mountain-sickness?

Accepted Answer

Prevention is Key: 1. Risk over 8000 ft.
2. Gradual ascent gives your body time to acclimatize.
 3. Remember, it's how high you sleep each night that really counts; climbers have a maxim 'climb high, sleep low.
4. If possible, ; if going high, see a travel ; wilderness specialist for preventative meds.
5. If ill the only sure treatment is rapid descent.

Question 10

is hypoglycemia  and anxiety cause acute mountain sickness?  what are the  pathopysiology of this two causes?

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ALTITUDE SICKNESS: No i think that the mountain sickness has to do with altitude as you go higher up in altitude, the air becomes thinner and less oxygen-saturated. Other causes of altitude sickness include extreme cold, low humidity, increased ultraviolet (uv) radiation, and decreased air pressure. But certainly anxiety and hypoglycemia can also make you feel shaky and short of breath. Do not think these are relate.

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