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Regarding pulse oximeter reading
Hi I have checked my father's oxygen level in pulse oximeter is around 70 is it a problem? His weight is around 95kg. Also bp and heart beat is normal.
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Check it again with another oximeter.
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Dr. Ganapathi S Kini
Gastroenterologist
19 yrs exp
Thane
If that pulse oximeter is reliable then your father's needs admission in hospital sir!
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Dr. Soudip Saha
General Physician
5 yrs exp
South 24 Parganas
Oxygen needed
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Dr. Ceshole Simon
General Physician
25 yrs exp
Ernakulam
70 is very low. If he is feeling comfortable the reading might be wrong. Check it on your finger and see if it is working or check with a different oxim
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Dr. Jeevan Kumar
General Medicine
6 yrs exp
Karimnagar
No prblm... He is ok... If u have any other concerns. Consult me online for further management..
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