Altitude sickness is caused by low air pressure at high altitudes and usually occurs above 2000 meters, with symptoms including headache, nausea, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature drops too low and the body begins shivering to warm up, affecting respiration and circulation. Sunburn is also common at high altitudes due to increased UV exposure and reflection off snow, even when temperatures are cold. With proper equipment and clothing, humans can climb mountains up to around 16,000-18,000 feet, though many require rest stops or huts along the way.

1. A Few Precautions to Make Your Trip Enjoyable

2. Altitude Sickness Pathological problem caused by exposure to low air pressure Usually begin to feel symptoms around 2000 meters above sea level Occurs frequently to humans It takes about 6-10 hours to happen Last for about 1-2 days If affects multiple systems in the body which include respiratory, and nervous

3. Symptoms Include Lack of appetite Headache Vomiting or nausea Weak or tired Insomnia Numbness Short deep breaths Persistent rapid pulse Drowsiness General uncomfortable feelings (Malaise) Swelling of hands, feet, and face

4. Hypothermia During the time that your body is suffering from being extremely cold, your body starts shivering obsessively to warm up. Reflexes, such as, heart rate slowing, and changes in the blood circulation occur between the heart, lungs, and brain Systems affected include respiratory, and circulatory

5. Sunburn The integumentary system or the skin can get sunburned As cold as it may seem in the mountains, exposure to sun and UV rays is still very common. Higher altitude means you are higher to the sun, therefore people are more likely to get sunburn and not be aware of it because of the very cold temperatures. The reflection from the snow can double exposure on the skin!

6. How Far Can Humans Go? A guide can drive you up about 15,000 ft There Is a hut that can be used to rest at 16,000 ft It is possible to climb to the top of the mountain…usually 100 out of the 600 annual climbers do. Humans can reach this goal with proper equipment and clothing.