ALTITUDE SICKNESS AT MOUNT EVEREST






   What is altitude sickness?  
  Altitude sickness is a phenomenon that is 
commonly experienced at high altitudes.
    The air is thinner than at sea level. Shortness
 of breath , headaches, nausea and vomiting 

may all occur at high altitudes.

      Many who go trekking on Mount Everest or
other heights may have this experience.


 

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