Desaturation

[Pippers]

Currently in hospital my husband is frequently on oxygen due to oxygen desaturation on activity; how do others deal with this in the home?

[mikeadams51]

I’m on oxygen whenever I move. It’s not easy but I’ve learnt to cope and my wife and family understand. Without O2 my SATs drop down to 80 with a gentle walk to the kitchen. Life can be very frustrating but I’ve learnt to live with it and try to be positive and look on the bright side of life. Take care and try to relax and stay positive.

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

My days drop ,when I told my oxygen nurse she got me a hand held fan and told me to use it when I sat down. It triggers your brain to remind you to breath. It does work , hope this helps have a good day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx

[Pippers in reply to Damon1864]

Thank you for taking the trouble to respond; I'll remember that.

[Rugbyguy]

I have been on oxygen 24/7 for almost 12 months now (4L at rest, 8-10L on exertion). It took a month or two to get used to but I barely notice it now except when it needs to be turned up for activity. I certainly couldn't do without it! Good luck.

[Pippers in reply to Rugbyguy]

Thank you, very encouraging.

[Maricopa in reply to Rugbyguy]

How low do you desat at walking. Seems I’m at 76 walking slow from one end of my 1300 sf hose to the other.

[ninelives]

Thinking of you.Hope you /hubby feel better soon.

[Pippers in reply to ninelives]

Thank you, all /any support most appreciated.

[johnderby]

Hi, I've been on ambulatory oxygen for about 6 months now and it has been really good at keeping my O2 levels up when moving about. Good luck. John

[Thepainterswife]

My husband has been using oxygen for five years now , he uses it mostly through the night and a few sessions through the day and evening. When he is moving from room to room or doing small diy jobs he finds that his o2 levels do drop but he can raise them within minutes by doing the breathing cycle recommended by the pulmonary physiotherapists , I believe you can find these simple exercises on line Hope this helps 😊

[HollyBoyd]

Hi Pippers. I use ambulatory oxygen and wouldn't be able to function without it. It means I can still do some household tasks and continue to be independent but I still have to pace myself. Wishing you and your husband all the best. Carol xxx

[Pippers in reply to HollyBoyd]

Thank you Carol; I think he'd be happy to resume a few household tasks!

[Maricopa]

I desat to 76 walking around the house. Don’t you think I should be prescribed oxygen. .

[Meme50 in reply to Maricopa]

I really do not know the guidelines but you need to ask your doctor. Take care and good luck.

[Maxiem in reply to Maricopa]

When you de sat to 76 how is your breathlessness?

Max