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What happens to your lungs at high altitudes?
What happens to your lungs at high altitudes?
What happens to your lungs at high altitudes?
At altitude, the reduced oxygen content of the blood induces breathing instability, with periods of deep and rapid breathing alternating with central apnea. This breathing pattern is called high-altitude periodic breathing (PB).
Last updated on 19 May 2023
Related Questions
At which altitude does the air begin to be noticeably thinner?
At 12,500 feet the air becomes thinner and oxygen becomes lower making it difficult to breathe.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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 19 May 2023
Why does the hemoglobin level rise at high altitudes?
At high attitudes, hypoxia-induced erythropoietic drive results in erythrocytosis and an increase in hemoglobin concentration and hematocrit. Hence people with SCD should be careful and report abnormalities to the doctor immediately.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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