The muscles will also be affected by less available oxygen, and the degree of fatigue may be surprising, especially to younger people. If you are hiking, take care that fatigue doesn't lead to injury as you ascend. People at high altitudes who are experiencing fatigue should also stay alert to other symptoms such as a racing heartbeat.

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