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Sudden Drops in oxygen saturation

2024-11-10 13:35:27
Sometimes when breathing problems happen Pulse oxymeter shows oxygen saturation instantly drops to 31 then automatically goes up to normal...I changed the oxymeter but still it happens.. HRCT is normal, PFT is also normal.. Currently on SITT
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please share the pic of your fingers..try changing fingers and recheck..if it's the same, then connect via consult

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Do a chest xray. It shouldn’t happen like that

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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Consult and get evaluated

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Pl consult

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Chest xray is normal … u can wear a fitness watch to chk ur spo2 24 hrs

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Monitor O2 regularly. Dark coloured nailpolishes, anemia and low bp can cause such errors. Kindly consult. Considering your diagnosed conditions, get a CBP done.

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