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Ep 159: A 30-Year-Old at High Altitude

Harrison's PodClass: Internal Medicine Cases and Board Prep

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Preventing Acute Mountain Sickness at High Altitudes

This chapter focuses on strategies for preventing acute mountain sickness at high altitudes, discussing hydration methods and medications such as acetazolamide and dexamethasone. It also highlights the significance of gradual ascent and dispels misconceptions regarding ginkgo biloba's effectiveness against AMS.

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