Question 1

I'm a bit worried about getting accurate readings from my oximeter. Does it matter which finger I use to check my oxygen levels and heart rate? I've heard different things and just want to make sure I'm doing it right.

Accepted Answer

index and middle finger

Question 2

My breathing seems to get really heavy at night, and I've been using Salbair as an inhaler to help. It sometimes results in cough with these thread-like formations. Is it okay to keep using Salbair this way?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you're experiencing breathing difficulties at night, and using Salbair (a salbutamol inhaler) can help relieve symptoms of wheezing or shortness of breath. However, if youre noticing persistent symptoms or coughing, its important to consult with a healthcare provider to evaluate your condition, as this could be related to asthma, allergies, or another respiratory issue.

Question 3

I'm dealing with some breathing issues over the last couple of months. I've tried ECG and echo tests, and I've been taking gastritis tablets every day. My oxygen levels seem fine, like 99 on the oximeter, but the doctors keep saying it's nothing. But...

Accepted Answer

take steam inhalation

Question 4

I've been struggling with breathing issues for the past couple of months and my doctor mentioned it's due to allergies from things like apple, banana, milk, and even coconut. He prescribed me something called a histoglob injection, with a schedule of...

Accepted Answer

No need to worry,you are receiving right treatment follow your doctor advice and avoid triggering factors also consume healthy food

Question 5

I'm really worried about my dad. He's 62 and was in the hospital for COVID-19 with a CT severity score of 2125. He needed oxygen support for about 25 days and was on a lot of medications like steroids and anticoagulants. Now, he's been home for a mon...

Accepted Answer

based on positional varition, temperature changes spo2 levels changes

Question 6

I've been dealing with asthma for quite a while now, and it's been pretty rough. Right now, I'm using the Seroflo 250 inhaler once a day and Duolin when I really need it. I also had sinus surgery a couple of years ago, but it kind of feels like my lu...

Accepted Answer

patient is advised to Continue inhalers sos and montair lc for breathlessness.

I'm a bit worried about getting accurate readings from my oximeter. Does it matter which finger I use to check my oxygen levels and heart rate? I've heard different things and just want to make sure I'm doing it right.

I'm a bit worried about getting accurate readings from my oximeter. Does it matter which finger I use to check my oxygen levels and heart rate? I've heard different things and just want to make sure I'm doing it right.

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My breathing seems to get really heavy at night, and I've been using Salbair as an inhaler to help. It sometimes results in cough with these thread-like formations. Is it okay to keep using Salbair this way?

I'm dealing with some breathing issues over the last couple of months. I've tried ECG and echo tests, and I've been taking gastritis tablets every day. My oxygen levels seem fine, like 99 on the oximeter, but the doctors keep saying it's nothing. But...

I've been struggling with breathing issues for the past couple of months and my doctor mentioned it's due to allergies from things like apple, banana, milk, and even coconut. He prescribed me something called a histoglob injection, with a schedule of...

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