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2021-05-24 02:54:25
Does nasal congestion decreases oxygen saturation levels?please help in finding this out.Thanks in advance
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No it does not. Reduction in oxygen saturation means the lungs aren't functioning properly.

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Nasal congestion will not lead to decrease in spo2, try to breathe from mouth. Try otrivin nasal spray, steam inhalation with karvol.

Answered2021-05-24 03:34:26

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In case of nasal congestion you can breath through your mouth,oxygen will be available to your body and saturation will be maintained.

Answered2021-05-24 03:09:57

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