worried plz help

[hg47965]

I had an over night sleep test a few days ago with an oxcimeter i had to wear all night now my dr says I need supplemental o2 at night.  I dont have sleep apnea.  So will i be put on like the o2 in a tank or what?

[David Tinkelman, M.D.]

There are a number of sleep disorders, other than obstructive sleep apnea, that could account for the need for supplemental oxygen at night.  If only to be delivered at night, a tank would be an acceptable oxygen source.

But, in addition, you should request a more detailed explanation from your doctors about what is actually causing reduced nighttime oxygen levels.  If your doctor is unable to provide that explanation, you should consider consultation with a Sleep Disorders Physician Specialist.

Do not hesitate to ask a lot of questions, until you get satisfactory answers.

Good luck

[hg47965]

will i need to see some kind of speacialist?  Will mt tiredness agitation and morning headaches get better?

sorry for my spelling