low oxygen level

Just been diagnosed with low oxygen level and put on oxygen at home at night. Can this be reversed? This does not mean I will be on oxygen for the rest of my life does it? I'm getting some kind of read-out after two nights on oxygen and go back to the doctor later this week.

[alohacarrie]

That depends on what is causing your low oxygen level.  I am in the process of writing a blog post on low oxygen levels.  It should be posted to the free online community, Heart Failure Solutions, by tomorrow.  Your best bet is to educated yourself in how to build the health of your heart and lungs.  That is what our online community is all about!  Come join us!

I would also strongly advise that you ask to have your oxygen level checked while you are walking and doing normal daily activities as well.  If you have an oxygen deficit, it may be present when you increased demand on the heart, as well as when you are sleeping.  ANYTIME your oxygen saturation falls below 92% it is HARMFUL, and will weaken your heart muscle.

I see a doctor here on medhelp has advised someone that low oxygen levels are 88% and lower.  It makes me sad to hear a doctor say this.  Certainly your insurance company will not pay for oxygen unless your oxygen saturation is below 88%, BUT it is harmful and will rob your eye sight, short term memory and weaken your heart muscle if your oxygen saturation is below 92%.   PERIOD, it is a matter of science.

Many blessings to you,
Carrie