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racing heartbeats, low oxygen and infection
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (34)Comment receiving replies
Racing heart rate and low Oxygen is common with increased infection. I wonder what people consider a racing heartbeat? What number and the same for low Oxygen. What number do you consider too low? Does anyone else find that their Oximeter gives readings all over the place? I cannot seem to get accurate readings with it while my husband can.
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I just had a conversation with my pulmonologist.If it goes down to 89 or 90, I should let him know. Right now it is 92. He asked me to have a CT scan with contrast to find out if something else is going on if my oxygen level goes below 90. My last CT scan was in October. He said the risk is much higher for low oxygen than a ct scan. I think we probably all agree. But still a tough decision.
Yes, to your oximeter readings all over the place question, and my husband, too, gets steady readings. Mine can be as low as 85, but with some deep breaths I can get it into the nineties. Doctors don't seem concerned.
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Consider replacing the batteries if you are getting erratic readings and you use it frequently. I just did that and it made a difference. During current illness I've been using it all the time.
SP02
95% - 100% Normal
90% - 94% Mild hypoxemia (monitor)
Below 90% Low oxygen levels (seek medical attention)
Resting heart rates
40-60 bpm Well-trained athletes
60-100 bpm Normal (for most adults)
>100 bpm Tachycardia (high) – may require medical attention
< 60 bpm Bradycardia (low) – unless an athlete, may require medical attention
My resting HR the other night was 118! I breathed through it. Now that the acute phase of illness is behind me (I hope) heart rate back in normal range.