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Altitude and InfantsAltitudeChildren are as susceptible to altitude illness as adults, and young children who cannot talk can show very nonspecific symptoms, such as loss of appetite and irritability. Young children may present with unexplained fussiness and change in sleep and activity patterns; older children may complain of headache or shortness of breath. Acetazolamide (Diamox) is not approved for pediatric use for altitude illness, but it is generally safe in children when used for other indications. Allergic reactions to acetazolamide are extremely rare, but the drug is related to sulfonamides and should not be used by sulfa-allergic persons, unless a trial dose is taken in a safe environment before travel. SOURCE: US Department of Human Health and Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Visit the Babies Travel Lite Travel Guide for more helpful travel tips and other useful travel information.
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