The problem of acclimatization in Ladakh is faced by
majority of people who visit the place for the first time. This is
because it is situated at quite an altitude and has a low level of
atmospheric oxygen. So, if you are going there, first give yourself some
time for acclimatization in Ladakh and then only, resume with your
sightseeing and other plans. Now, the next thing is "How to adapt
to Ladakh climate". We are providing you with answer to this
question in the following lines:
The atmosphere of Ladakh may cause ailments like Acute Mountain
Sickness, a condition typical to anyone traveling to altitudes above
10,000 ft (2,700 m). Common symptoms of this ailment are headache,
disturbed sleep, loss of appetite, nausea, coughing, breathlessness,
exhaustion, lack of concentration, etc. So, in order to acclimatize
yourself in Ladakh, rest for the first 24 hours after arrival,
especially if you have come by air. Try avoiding any kind of physical
exertion for some time, after you reach.
Other activities to be avoided include smoking and drinking. Do not
feel free to roam around if you have not developed any symptoms of
sickness immediately after your arrival. This is because these symptoms
take the first 36 hours to develop. If you take rest for the first 24
hours and avoid any strenuous activity for the next 12 hours, then, your
body will get used to the lower oxygen level of Ladakh in 2-3 days. In
cases of High Altitude Pulmonary Oedema (HAPO) and High Altitude
Cerebral Oedema (HACO), consult a doctor immediately.
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