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Spo 93-98.
My father's spo is running from 93 to 98.it stick to 97-98.it goes to 93 94 bit comes back to 97 and he has recovered from covid.is it normal
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No need to worry. You may position probe differently in some other finger. Reading can vary due to improper placement.
You can try proning your father and look for improvement. Since saturation reaches 97-98 most of times I don't think you have to worry.
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Monitor occasionally. Reassure your dad.
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keep a closer look for danger signs like breathlessness, excessive fatigue, chest pain etc. Take care.
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Dr. Khushboo
General Physician
8 yrs exp
New Delhi
It’s normal . Kindly consult me on Practo for instant guidance
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Dr. Raja Kaamil
Gastroenterologist
7 yrs exp
Delhi
It is normal..
Finger variation.. Improper placement oximeter may be a cause..
Chest physiotherapy and Breathing exercises will hlp to stablise any deficiencies..
Proning excercises are indispensable..
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Dr. Vivek Rai
General Physician
13 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
It might be due to incorrect placement of the oxymeter or due to poor circulation to the extremities.
As long as it comes back to 97% , you don't have to be worried.
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continue chest physiotherapy at home for good pulmonary rehab
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Sudden onset chest pain, breathlessness and giddiness are warning signs you should look out for.
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Dr. Sudipta Mishra
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Sambalpur
Its absolutely normal..
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