Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Travelling to high altitude
I am about to travel to a very high altitude for vacation during winters. Is there any precautions medicine that I should keep which can heat my body when the temperature is below freezing outside?
Answers (10)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Heyy
I can help you better with further treatment course needed. U can connect me via whatsapp on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+144
Connect please
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
Answered
Flag this answer
0/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Need few more details
Kindly consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hi, High Altitude primarily affects your cerebral (brain) and pulmonary (lung) systems and some peopleheight may be more prone to a high altitude sickness than others. If this is not your first visit, you might be aware of the effects on you. Cold itself can be effectively prevented with the use of appropriate clothing and layering.
High Altitude Sickness symptoms however include headache, malaise, anorexia to breathlessness and sometimes decreased blood oxygen levels.
Next Steps
Prevention involves slow ascent, giving your body time to acclimatise. Consider staying for atleast 4-6 hours at a lower altitude and then proceeding ahead and avoiding rapid ascents.
Medications are not recommended and must be avoided for a healthy person without lung issues, however if the planned ascent is going to be more than 500m/day(altitude) or the person has a history of such symptoms in the past, Tab Acetazolamide 125 mg oral twice a day starting 1 day before ascent till end of ascent can be used.
Health Tips
It is emphasised that the medication is prophylactic for high risk persons as mentioned and must not be used if the conditions are not met. You may contact for further clarity
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Himani Shah
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Rajkot
Take antiviral with you
Deep breathing exercise
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Najeeb T
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Please consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Konica gupta
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
High altitude is mostly travelled either through Greco companies or air plans
If going by your won you need to stay at an altitude mid way so that you can aclemitize with the weather temperature and altitude change
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.