SPO2 ranging

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SPO2 ranging

Asked for Male, 32 Years

I had covid 3 months back. Currently I am taking anxiety medicines as prescribed by doctor. I have an observation to share. My SPO2 ranges between 94-96 when resting or walking. When I take deep breathing, it goes 98-99. What could be the possible reason behind it? I understand when I take deep breath, more oxygen inhales but why it doesn't happen during normal breathing?

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Dr. K Prashanth Kumar

Pulmonologist 14 yrs exp Hyderabad

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Your spo2 levels are normal during walking also..So don't worry about spo2 levels

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad

It is common.when you take deep breath spo2, will increase, because of more o2.Thats why advise Lung exercises with respirometer, in covid pts.

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Dr. P M Anbumaran

Pulmonologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

Do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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Dr. Amruth Sindhu Pulmonologist 20 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Amruth Sindhu

Pulmonologist 20 yrs exp Bangalore

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Hi. I understand your concern s. It could be normal. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription

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