Altitude sickness often known as acute mountain sickness (A.M.S.) in general
may occur when people ascend too quickly normally in altitudes of over 3000 m.
We ensure minimal risk by building in rest days into our trekking itineraries.
Most people will feel some effect of altitude, shortness of breath and possibly
a light headed, which is fairly common. Acute mountain sickness is very
different and normally involves a severe headache, sickness and loss of
awareness. In almost every potential...
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
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