Alpine
Alpine (Medicine)
Alpine (pronounced al-peen) is a term often used in the field of medicine to refer to conditions, treatments, or phenomena that are related to high-altitude environments. The term is derived from the word "Alps", a mountain range in Europe that is known for its high altitudes.
Alpine Sickness
Alpine Sickness, also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), is a pathological effect of high altitude on humans, caused by acute exposure to low partial pressure of oxygen at high altitude. Symptoms may include headaches, vomiting, tiredness, trouble sleeping, and dizziness.
Alpine Medicine
Alpine Medicine is a branch of medicine that deals with health issues and conditions that are commonly found in high-altitude environments. This includes the study and treatment of altitude sickness, hypoxia, and other altitude-related conditions.
Alpine Surgery
Alpine Surgery is a specialized field of surgery that focuses on surgical procedures and techniques that are specifically designed for high-altitude environments. This can include procedures for treating frostbite, hypothermia, and other conditions that are common in these environments.
Related Terms
- Altitude Sickness: A condition that is caused by exposure to low amounts of oxygen at high altitudes.
- Hypoxia: A condition in which there is not enough oxygen available to the body's tissues.
- Frostbite: A condition that is caused by exposure to extreme cold, often occurring in high-altitude environments.
- Hypothermia: A medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alpine
- Wikipedia's article - Alpine
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