- female
- 80 Years
- 14/08/2025
My loved one had hip replacement surgery 20 days ago and now they're sleeping all the time with oxygen levels at 31 and pulse around 100. They're not eating anything either - should we be worried about these symptoms?
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Post-hip surgery drowsiness and low oxygen need urgent attention—rule out infection, embolism, or drug overdose; shift to ICU if unstable.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Geriatrician
Answered 14/08/2025
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