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

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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.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Do people living in high altitude have bigger lungs?

They have larger lung capacity than people living in the plains.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is it like to live in extremely high altitudes?

High altitudes may mean ambient pressure can drop below vapour pressure hence, you might feel lethargy, sometimes unconciousness and if you are unable to cope up then connect with a doctor to know the best treatment.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How do people survive at high altitudes?

Humans can survive at high altitudes. However, if you go to a high altitude, your body needs to adjust properly by getting used to it slowly or you could get sick.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why is it difficult to breathe in high 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. Hence, the fall in atmospheric pressure at higher altitude decreases the partial pressure of inspired oxygen

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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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 09 Dec 2024

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