AMS Awareness · 7 min read

Recognising altitude sickness

Know the early signs and the rule that keeps trekkers safe.

2 September 20267 min read

Early signs include headache, nausea, poor sleep and dizziness. Tell your guide at once and do not climb higher while symptoms persist.

If symptoms worsen, descend. Severe confusion, loss of balance or breathlessness at rest are emergencies that need urgent descent and medical help.

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