[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-mountain-sickness-on-mount-kilimanjaro-en":3},{"id":4,"title":5,"description":6,"slug":7,"author":8,"date":9,"metaDescription":10,"banner":11,"contentImage":11,"packageImage":11,"shortDescription":10,"keyword":12},10,"Mountain Sickness on Mount Kilimanjaro","\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">Coping With Altitude Sickness on \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fdestination\u002Fkilimanjaro-national-park\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Kilimanjaro\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Towering 19,341 feet (5,895 meters) above sea level, Mount Kilimanjaro’s lofty altitude presents a major risk factor for trekkers – acute mountain sickness (AMS). Also called altitude sickness, this condition requires caution and preparation to avoid. Here’s what to know about identifying, treating and preventing altitude sickness on Kilimanjaro:\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fencrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\u002Fimages?q=tbn:ANd9GcTRZKZAg0hQndjUnfe-y8JDqKuTfhjKiGjco53Cr2Ws1Q&s=10\">\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">What is Altitude Sickness?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">AMS results from reduced oxygen in the air at higher elevations. Symptoms include headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue and trouble sleeping. It can progress to the potentially fatal high altitude cerebral or pulmonary edema without prompt treatment.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">Altitude Sickness Risk Factors on Kilimanjaro:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Col>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Speed of Ascent – Climbing too rapidly increases risk. Routes should include acclimatization days.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">High Elevations – Over 9,000 feet risks start. Summit elevations near 20,000 feet are very dangerous.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Physical Exertion – Hard exercise exacerbates symptoms by needing more oxygen.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Dehydration – Inadequate hydration makes altitude sickness worse.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Pre-existing Conditions – Heart or lung conditions increase susceptibility.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Fol>\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">AMS Warning Signs:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Col>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Persistent headache\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Nausea and loss of appetite\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Fatigue, weakness or dizziness\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Trouble sleeping\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Swelling of face, hands or feet\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Shortness of breath upon exertion\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Lack of coordination or confusion\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Fol>\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: rgb(34, 54, 69);\">Treatment and Prevention:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Col>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Ascend slowly – Follow prescribed acclimatization schedule.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Stay hydrated – Drink at least 3-4 liters of fluids daily.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Avoid overexertion – Keep a sensible, comfortable pace.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Take it easy – Rest and relax versus rushing between camps.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Monitor health – Report any symptoms immediately.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Descend if symptoms occur – Even 500 meters can help recovery.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Medications – Diamox, ibuprofen and others can relieve or prevent symptoms.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli data-list=\"bullet\">\u003Cspan class=\"ql-ui\" contenteditable=\"false\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Supplemental oxygen – Some guides carry portable oxygen for emergency use.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Fol>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 102, 114);\">Evacuation may be required in severe cases unresponsive to treatment. Altitude sickness can escalate rapidly so prompt action is essential at onset of symptoms. Following a proper acclimatization plan, keeping hydrated and resting when needed is key to avoiding this dangerous condition on Kilimanjaro.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Fp>","mountain-sickness-on-mount-kilimanjaro","Admin","2024-11-02T20:52:48.625Z","Learn about mountain sickness on Mount Kilimanjaro, its symptoms, prevention, and treatment for a safer trek to the summit.","\u002Fimages\u002F154ad5ce-4937-4ad1-8c75-8545dbcb99cb.jpg","Mountain Sickness ,Mount Kilimanjaro"]