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Definition of Altitude sickness
1. Noun. Effects (as nosebleed or nausea) of oxygen deficiency in the blood and tissues at high altitudes.
Medical Definition of Altitude sickness
1. A condition that results from prolonged exposure to high altitude. Symptoms include a continuous dry cough, shortness of breath, poor exercise tolerance, dizziness, headache, sleep difficulty, anorexia, confusion, fatigue and a rapid pulse. Treatment includes the immediate movement to a lower altitude. Prophylaxis has been accomplished successfully with the use of acetazolamide (Diamox). (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Altitude Sickness
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