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Barbara H. · 07-27-2008, 05:33 AM

Hi Pam,
I live in the Boston area and I have had friends who have experienced this when they have skied at higher altitudes. These are friends that have no health issuues. They claim sometimes you get altitude sickness and sometimes not. You never know when you will be vulnerable. You should have it checked out because they can provide you with some oxygen for the night or when you need it. I had it when I was a child vacationing in the Rockies. I still remember how sick I was. My parents finally took me to the hospital and I was given medication that cured it in an hour. Whatever you do, don't drink. I have heared that it makes it worse.
Best wishes,
Barbara H.

07-27-2008, 05:33 AM	#2
Barbara H. Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Newton, MA Posts: 951	high altitude sickness Hi Pam, I live in the Boston area and I have had friends who have experienced this when they have skied at higher altitudes. These are friends that have no health issuues. They claim sometimes you get altitude sickness and sometimes not. You never know when you will be vulnerable. You should have it checked out because they can provide you with some oxygen for the night or when you need it. I had it when I was a child vacationing in the Rockies. I still remember how sick I was. My parents finally took me to the hospital and I was given medication that cured it in an hour. Whatever you do, don't drink. I have heared that it makes it worse. Best wishes, Barbara H.