Leh: The former VJ Sehnaz Treasurwala suffers from high altitude sickness during her recent visit to the union territory of Ladakh. Moreover, after the timely intervention of doctors and with hospitality being offered to tourist in Ladakh, she recovered.
The video is montage of Shenaz’s clips of travelling to Leh, which also shows how she has been recovering from altitude sickness with hot soups for comfort.
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“Oops I thought I was stronger than this. I didn’t take the tablet because I have pill phobia. Learnt my lesson!” she said.
“My heart is pumping too fast. It’s confused as usual. My oxygen levels are too low,” she continued, adding that she also has chest pain and breathlessness.
“I’m learning about acclimatisation and altitude sickness the hard way! No, I didn’t take the tablet before getting here, because I hate popping medicines. Give me some natural tips to stay strong this trip. Because it’s just started!” said Shenaz, who will soon embark upon her journey to Ladakh’s Hanle.
It is pertinent to mention here that the oxygen is low in high altitudes, people tend to find it difficult to breathe, and this is a common occurrence.
The body is not used to the sudden change in air pressure and oxygen levels, which affects a person’s overall health, said Dr Pradip Shah, general physician, Fortis Hospital, Mulund.
