Is oxygen low in higher altitudes?
Yes, oxygen is lower in higher altitudes
Last updated on 19 May 2023
The cabin air pressure in an airplane is adjusted to compensate for these high altitudes. The oxygen level is comparable to levels found in elevations of 5,000 to 9,000 feet. Both men and women can get altitude sickness.
High hemoglobin level is most often caused by low oxygen levels in the blood (hypoxia), present over a long period of time. Common reasons includes bone marrow disease that causes abnormal increase in red blood cells (polycythemia vera) Congenital heart disease and heavy smoking.
If you have altitude sickness you should first acclimatise with the enviroment for 24-48 hours before stepping out to do any activity.
Avoid visiting places on the same day when you get to higher altitudes. Acclimatise and only then get to places which requires climbing.
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