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Oxygen level SpO2 constantly below 92

2021-05-02 14:12:53
My uncle is covid positive. He has a constant SpO2 level in the range of 88 to 92. A doctor has recommended us to use 4mg of Dexamethasone steroid. Is it a good treatment? I've read that this steroid can have long lasting side effects.
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Trust your treating doctor. And patient needs urgent hospital admission

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

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