When your body has a low oxygen level. It’s difficult to breathe. Before you can exhale properly you start inhaling.
- There is tight tension in the chest
- You feel like your body isn’t getting enough oxygen
- You want to breath more quickly and quickly
Medical emergency
Medical emergerncy is declared when
- Waking up suddenly due to shortness of breath
- Terminally ill patients having shortness of breath
- Unable to breathe properly while lying
- Frequent episodes of shortness of breath
- Patients with diseases like heart or lung or etc experiencing shortness of breath
- Shortness of breath even during less or no exertion
How should I check my oxygen level?
You can use the oximetry device to check your oxygen level. It is a non-invasive device that monitors your oxygen level in the form of a percentage.
Normal oxygen level
With the help of an oximeter, you can check your oxygen level. In normal cases, it should be 95%-100%. However, sometimes it’s okay to have an oxygen level of more than 90% due to the following reasons
- High altitude
- Temperature extremes
- Less oxygen concentration in your proximity
- Exercise
If you have COPD or other lung issues, it’s normal to have an oxygen level of 88% to 90%. Below 88%, in any case, is dangerous for your organs.
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