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Acute Mountain Sickness

2022-07-28 13:06:51
Hi, I would be traveling from Mumbai to Leh directly. Is it required to take any medicine like Diamox to avoid Acute Mountain Sickness? If yes, When should it be taken?
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The main thing is acclimatisation. You have to go SLOW. Please consult with me on the subject because I have direct experience of having stayed in Laddakh for 2 years.

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2022-07-28 17:16:43

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It is not that much height to give mountain sickness. If you want, you can take diamox.one day before your journey and 2 hrs before your journey

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Connect please

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Can help you with the next course of action and  plan.Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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Kindly discuss for your concern 

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Kindly consult

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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2022-07-28 13:48:47

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Yes. Shud be taken 1 day before reaching the mountain . Acclimatization may take 2-3 days. To continue meds till then. Reach out for a prescription.

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