Hina Khan Reveals She Suffered Daily Nosebleeds Every Day During Her First Ladakh Trip: ‘Truly Test Of Endurance, Not Easy...'

Mumbai, Oct 4: Actress Hina Khan has disclosed that her initial journey to Ladakh presented a daily struggle with nosebleeds, describing the high-altitude region as a rigorous test of endurance. The 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' star shared snapshots from her trip, noting that Ladakh provided a unique outlook on life and highlighted the importance of slowing down. In her post, she provided a comprehensive list of necessities she believed were essential for visiting the elevated area.

Hina emphasized the significance of proper acclimatisation and suggested carrying an oxygen backup as a preventive measure in remote high-altitude regions. She also mentioned Diamox, a prescription medication to help prevent and alleviate symptoms of acute mountain sickness, urging individuals to consult with their doctors regarding dosage. The actress underlined the necessity of layering clothing to manage the drastic temperature fluctuations in Ladakh, along with a pulse oximeter and digital thermometer.

Talking about the dry conditions in the area, Hina revealed that she experienced nosebleeds on a daily basis throughout her trip. She advised travellers to use saline nasal sprays, nasal moisturizers, or gels to protect and soothe their nasal passages from the dry, cold air. She recommended carrying such items to alleviate discomfort caused by the thin, dry air prevalent at high altitudes.