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2-3% oxygen saturation drop after 8 mins

2021-06-22 03:50:53
Hi, I was tested covid positive in 20th April. I was. Treated at home. My crp never went above 5 and did not develop pneumonia HRCT showed no lung involvement. Recently I am observing my Spo2 level drops to 2-3% after 7-8 mins walk. I did my X Ray, IL6, Ddimer all are normal. Should I also get HRCT again.
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Stop checking your saturation level... Live your normal life...no need to worry

Answered2021-06-22 13:49:24

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Sir please tell what was ur nadir saturation. If its above 95 no need to worry In any case no need of hrct at present.

Answered2021-06-22 07:28:25

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Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Better Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports.

Answered2021-06-22 05:58:56

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You should stop measuring SpO2 repeatedly if you don’t have any symptoms. All these tests are unnecessary and causing more harm and anxiety.
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Try to have a normal healthy life.
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May ask your family member to hide the pulse oximeter.

Answered2021-06-22 03:58:13

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No need to go for HRCT chest
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Deep breathing exercise with incentive spirometry protein rich diet

Answered2021-06-22 03:56:17

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