Question 1

my son is 4 and weighs 34lbs he has an upper n lower respiratory infection he also has asthma oxygen level is 91 is that normal?

Accepted Answer

SeekEvaluationToday!: The oxygen saturation of 91% is lower than we like to see generally speaking. Given his history of asthma in addition to his current respiratory infection he really needs to be evaluated either in the pediatrician's office today (or the ED if unable to get appointment).  It may be that you just need to increase the frequency of his asthma meds, but only after a thorough evaluation.

Question 2

my dad is 62 years with asthma. his oxygen level drops to 74 at night but is about 94 in the mornings. he gets these hiccups that bring on the asthma cough and he has to take small quick breaths to try and calm himself n breathe better.

Accepted Answer

Asthma evaluation: A virtual consult with Healthtap is available. Your Dad's asthma is not well controlled, and a course of steroids and adjustment of the medications is indicated. Avoid  smoke,dust, use mattress and pillow covers. Wash bedding in hot water.

Question 3

if you have asthma..will your oxygen levels be decreased?  if it always shows above 98..most likely you don't have asthma.

Accepted Answer

Not usually: People with asthma usually have normal or near normal oxygen level. But you will be in mortal danger when it is gets below 90.  Thus a normal oxygen level by pulse oximetry is not the same as good asthma control.

Question 4

could i have asthma with normal oxygen levels and normal chest xray?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it is possible; since the (smooth muscle) constriction of the bronchi can not be seen in chest x ray. Most people with asthma have normal oxygen levels most of the time (even during attacks, respiratory rate, heart rate will tend to compensate the hypoxia).

Question 5

is it possible to still have asthma with normal oxygen levels and normal chest xray?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you are not having a flare of your asthma.  If flaring, your oxygen level may lower as the flare worsens and your chest x-ray will likely show (if done) hyperexpansion of the lung fields due to air trapping.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of undiagnosed asthma? i have 100% oxygen levels. can anxiety trigger an attack?

Accepted Answer

Lots of overlap: Asthma and panic symptoms often have a great deal of similarity including shortness of breath and tightness in one's chest. And for those with asthma, panic can cause an attack prompted by hyperventilation and cascading stress symptoms. Creating a journal of symptom occurence may help your doctor determine whether symptoms are due to asthma or anxiety.

Question 7

why would a healthy 24 year old male have an oxygen level of 70%? he does not smoke but does have asthma.

Accepted Answer

Not possible: If the oxygen level in at 70% (whether pO2 or O2 sat), the person cannot be healthy.  Perhaps the problem is with the instrument measuring it.

Question 8

my oxygen level is ranging between 91 and 98. i feel very tired and like my air doesn't go deep. i do have slight asthma and allergies. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Low O2 saturation: Low oxygen in the blood can be due to worsening asthma.  Check with your PCP.

Question 9

could only asthma alone, cause a person not to  be able to take deep breaths ? and that cause low oxygen levels ?

thank you

Accepted Answer

Maybe: During an asthma event people use additional muscles/effort to breathe because there is airway restriction to air entry. It might prevent deeper breaths since their is less volume available during  the event. If the lungs will not inflate as much you would not gain as much surface for oxygen to enter the blood.

Question 10

can i have asthma even if i have normal oxygen levels and a normal chest xray?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Asthma most often will not have abnormal chest xray findings and unless very severe episode oxygen levels will be ok as well.

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A member asked:

My son is 4 and weighs 34lbs he has an upper n lower respiratory infection he also has asthma oxygen level is 91 is that normal?

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My dad is 62 years with asthma. his oxygen level drops to 74 at night but is about 94 in the mornings. he gets these hiccups that bring on the asthma cough and he has to take small quick breaths to try and calm himself n breathe better.

A member asked:

If you have asthma..will your oxygen levels be decreased? if it always shows above 98..most likely you don't have asthma.

A member asked:

Could i have asthma with normal oxygen levels and normal chest xray?

A member asked:

Is it possible to still have asthma with normal oxygen levels and normal chest xray?

A member asked:

What are the symptoms of undiagnosed asthma? i have 100% oxygen levels. can anxiety trigger an attack?

A member asked:

Why would a healthy 24 year old male have an oxygen level of 70%? he does not smoke but does have asthma.

A member asked:

My oxygen level is ranging between 91 and 98. i feel very tired and like my air doesn't go deep. i do have slight asthma and allergies. what do i do?

A member asked:

Could only asthma alone, cause a person not to be able to take deep breaths ? and that cause low oxygen levels ? thank you

A member asked:

Can i have asthma even if i have normal oxygen levels and a normal chest xray?

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