American rapper Cardi B had a “breathless” moment during her recent concert in Denver, US. The I Like It star used an oxygen mask shortly after wrapping up her performance. Videos of the moment soon went viral, leaving her fans worried.. The performance took place in Denver, widely known as the “Mile High City”, which sits more than 5,000 ft above sea level, Complex.com reported. At this elevation, the air contains less oxygen than in most major US cities, making breathing more difficult, the report added.. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.. Cardi B, however, appeared unfazed by the moment. In a backstage video, she addressed the situation with humour, joking about the city’s thin air and saying, “Denver air, it’s a different type of mf air.”. Watch here:. Experts say that at high altitude, where oxygen availability is already reduced, this mismatch between oxygen supply and demand can lead to quicker fatigue, breathlessness, and reduced stamina. “Physical exertion increases the body’s need for oxygen. Activities such as dancing, running across the stage, and continuous singing require sustained lung and muscle activity, which significantly increases oxygen consumption,” Dr Pooja T, Senior Specialist Pulmonologist at Aster R V Hospital, Bengaluru, told indianexpress.com.. Also Read | Alia Bhatt reacts as BFF Akansha Ranjan Kapoor talks about freezing her eggs: ‘Injecting myself with fat needles every day’. Dr Pooja stressed that even if performers are otherwise healthy, they can still feel breathless at high altitude. “Even healthy individuals who are physically fit may experience breathlessness, fatigue, or a feeling of not getting enough air when they first arrive at high altitudes,” she said. “For performers who are singing, dancing, and moving actively on stage, the body’s oxygen demand increases further, which can make the sensation of breathlessness more noticeable.”. Temporary use of an oxygen mask. Several travellers have used oxygen support temporarily at high altitude, with many vloggers documenting their experience in Leh. According to Dr Pooja, using supplemental oxygen briefly can help restore oxygen levels in the body and relieve symptoms such as breathlessness or dizziness and is completely safe.. “Many performers, athletes, and travellers use oxygen support temporarily at high altitude to recover faster after intense activity. However, it should only be used as a short-term measure and not as a substitute for proper acclimatisation. If someone experiences persistent symptoms, they should seek medical evaluation,” she said.. Story continues below this ad. Altitude sickness symptoms. To spot early symptoms of altitude sickness, Dr Pooja asked performers and travellers to look for headache, dizziness, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, disturbed sleep, and s
