May 14, 2003 -- Acetaminophen is as effective as ibuprofen in treating high-altitude headache, according to the results of a prospective, randomized, double-blind trial published in the May issue of ...

Q I get headaches at high altitude. Is there anything I can do to prevent them? A About one in four persons who climb to altitudes 8,500 feet above sea level develops intense, throbbing headaches and ...

Traveling at high altitude can be hazardous. The information provided here is designed for educational use only and is not a substitute for specific training or experience. Princeton University and ...

At last, you’ve arrived in Cuzco, Peru — you’re ready for your dream trek to Machu Picchu. There’s just one problem: You can barely catch your breath, your stomach is churning and, in the morning, ...

Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is common at high altitudes and is often associated with headaches. AMS is theorized to be caused by changes in cerebral blood flow, but this phenomenon is still not well ...