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What Causes Low Oxygen Level In The Body?

Hi. I was told that i may have copd are sleep disorder. I had to spend the night in the hospital with all kinds wires on my head etc. Well i was awoken by the nurse. They filmed me in middle of night to put oxygen in my nose,wellit must of come out later that night they came to put it bck in. I don t have copd r sleep apnea. However they called me the next day told me my oygen level was dropping 86 ,83,84 82 ,jumping up in down. What may be causing that
Mon, 5 Jun 2017
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I feel you may be suffering from mild sleep apnea. Since no other serious symptoms like breathlessness were reported, lifestyle measures may help control symptoms.

I will advise you try the following:
• Regular physical exercises
• Weight control
• Avoid alcohol and certain medications such as tranquilizers and sleeping pills
• Sleep on your side or abdomen rather than on your back
• Avoid smoking

If symptoms become persistent, you see the doctor for other treatment options.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mbuomboh Veranso
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What Causes Low Oxygen Level In The Body?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I feel you may be suffering from mild sleep apnea. Since no other serious symptoms like breathlessness were reported, lifestyle measures may help control symptoms. I will advise you try the following: • Regular physical exercises • Weight control • Avoid alcohol and certain medications such as tranquilizers and sleeping pills • Sleep on your side or abdomen rather than on your back • Avoid smoking If symptoms become persistent, you see the doctor for other treatment options. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mbuomboh Veranso