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Sports Medicine in Extreme Environments (e.g., High Altitude, Cold Weather)
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At high altitudes, the partial pressure of oxygen in the air decreases, leading to a condition known as:
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Altitude sickness
💡 Explanation:
Altitude sickness occurs due to the body's inability to adapt quickly to the reduced oxygen levels at high altitudes, leading to symptoms such as headache, nausea, and shortness of breath.