Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

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Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

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Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?

They seem to be reddish because of greater concentration of hemoglobin the oxygen carrying protein the main component of red blood cells.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What are the effects of living at high altitudes?

You will likely feel nauseous and lightheaded. You may vomit and have a headache. Different levels of altitude sickness have different symptoms: Symptoms of mild, short-term altitude sickness usually begin 12 to 24 hours after arriving at high altitude

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What should you do if you have altitude sickness?

If you have altitude sickness you should first acclimatise with the enviroment for 24-48 hours before stepping out to do any activity.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What is the effect of high altitude on an unacclimated person?

High altitude environments can be debilitating to unacclimatized individuals exposed to elevations above 3,000 m (9,843 ft) for periods ranging from several hours to days. Moderate hypoxia induces substantial alterations in physiological and psychological parameters within a few hours

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Why is lower oxygen affinity in hb better at higher altitudes?

At higher altitudes such as on top of a mountain, the air is less dense and this means that the partial pressure of oxygen is lower.

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What happens if there is a high HB level in men?

High hemoglobin levels can lead to dizziness, fatigue, easy bruising and other symptoms.

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