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  • 29 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm feeling a bit anxious about my oxygen levels. After having COVID, I've noticed they fluctuate quite a bit. For example, when I check with a pulse oximeter, it sometimes shows 92 on one finger and 97 on another. What could be causing such a difference? Is this something I should be worried about, or is it normal for oxygen levels to act like this after recovering from COVID?

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Thats normal not related to COVID,just rub your finger re check it again

Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...

Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist

Answered 04/07/2025

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