Oxygen levels after pneumonia

[Nanny49]

I was discharged from hospital one week ago having suffered a bout of pneumonia and a RSV I was treated in isolation. I know it will take weeks to recover, but I’m concerned about my oxygen level which hovers around 87-89. Any advice?

[teddyd]

I am also not long out of hospital with pneumonia. When I got home my oxygen levels hovered about 88. But over the last two weeks at home its up to average of 93.( which is about average for me.) Although some days a bit higher. My biggest issue is exhaustion and extreme tiredness. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[Patk1 in reply to teddyd]

Get well soon x

[Nanny49 in reply to teddyd]

Thanks for that. I’m thinking it will just take time. I know what you mean about the exhaustion. Slept quite well last night - got dressed and made myself a coffee this morning and I’m done! Your reply has given me hope that improvement will come in time. Thanks.

[knitter]

I would contact your health professional today and tell them your concerns .

Also this site ALUK has a helpline .

Best wishes .

[garshe]

I don't know if you have COPD. I was in hospital recently and was told they don't like oxygen level too high with COPD. Normal is 88/91. I caused a problem at home as thought my oxygen was low so used my oxygen. My levels went up to 95/96 which I thought was great. Ended up hospitalised extremely ill as it causes depression, loss of concentration and many other side effects . Most serious affects a part of the brain at back of head which can be irreversible and causes confusion. Thank goodness it was picked up and I don't use my oxygen now. My oxygen ranges from 88/92 Sometimes even 93 and this I am told is great fir my Copd. xx.Sheila 💕👍

[Nanny49 in reply to garshe]

Thanks - that’s very reassuring. I’ll try not to fixate too much on my levels - just do what I can and build up gradually (hopefully!)

[armstrong2]

lhad to go to AE few weeks ago my gp had told me to go after a visit to the gp lhad another chest infection and suspected bloodclots on the lung my oxygen level went down to 93 and was told if it didnt go higher l would have to be hospitlized fortunately it eventually did go up to 95 ...after a few more tests l was told everything was clear but l have to have another chest x ray in 4/6 weeks time

[Nanny49 in reply to armstrong2]

93 would be lovely! Think I just need to be patient.

[leo60]

Hello and I hope you are soon feeling better. I have COPD and am told my sats should be 88-92, but I obviously don't know what yours are usually. If you are worried, speak to your GP or respiratory nurse. xx

[Nanny49 in reply to leo60]

Thanks - usually anything from 92-96 so this is low for me. From others’ responses guess I’ll just have to be patient.

[leo60]

These things do take time, but if you feel unwell with it please speak to your GP xx

[Oshgosh]

Be very kind. To yourself xx

[Germantara]

Raise you're concerns to you're g p only do what you have to till you're feeling better and get plenty off rest take care