What is Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and How is it Managed?
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is a condition that can affect both adults and children when they ascend to high altitudes too quickly. In children, it is particularly important to recognize the early symptoms, which include headache, irritability, loss of appetite, and sleep disturbances. Management involves gradual acclimatization, ensuring adequate hydration, and in some cases, administering medications like acetazolamide to help with acclimatization.
