Tag: Altitude Headache

  • Altitude Headache

    Altitude Headache Definition and Description of Altitude Headache Altitude headache is a type of headache that occurs when an individual ascends to a high altitude, typically above 2,500 meters (8,200 feet). It is often a symptom of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), which stems from the body’s inability to adapt quickly to lower oxygen levels at…