A fit, healthy 34-year-old male mountain climber climbs to 4000 metres (13,800 feet) and upon reaching the summit develops tachycardia, dyspnea, a non-productive cough and a low grade fever. He is most likely suffering which of the following conditions:

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High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is the most likely diagnosis given the rapid ascent to a high altitude and the presentation with symptoms such as tachycardia, dyspnea, non-productive cough, and low-grade fever.

A Fit, Healthy 34-Year-Old Male Mountain Climber Climbs to 4000