What is AMS and how can i prevent it?
AMS stands for Acute Mountain Sickness and is caused by the lack of oxygen in the body. As we go higher, the air gets thinner with less oxygen and our body is deprived of the normal quantity of oxygen it uses. The early symptoms are nausea, headache, loss of appetite and fatigue. Our body can adjust to the higher altitude if given enough time, which can be done by acclimatizing. Therefore, the best way to prevent AMS is to acclimatize as much as possible along the route. Don’t do sudden climbs too quickly. Climb slowly and if you show symptoms of AMS, then rule number one is to descend to a lower elevation as quickly as possible. Your body demands a lot of liquid, so liquid is very essential. Drink as much liquid as possible, such as tea, water, soup, etc. If you still feel the same, then a tablet of Diamox with a cup of warm water and try finding the nearest possible medical help. Although our staff will be there to help you in any way possible, they may not be able to cure your sickn
