Question 1

what are causes of low oxygen in elderly?

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Not normal: As we age, our lungs become less elastic and with aging changes, there is less transfer of oxygen, so more likely to have low oxygen levels. However, healthy elderly will not manifest with low oxygen levels unless there is underlying lung disease(ie emphysema) or an illness(ie pneumonia). If one is bedbound, there maybe less useable lung space, and lower oxygen levels may occur.

Question 2

what causes low oxygen levels in the elderly?

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Same as adults: Any disease which can cause low oxygen saturation in adults will do in elderly. Pneumonia.  Sepsis from any other infection heart failure bronchitis and  atelectasis. Needs evaluation.

Question 3

what causes low oxygen levels after surgery?

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Atelectasis: Sometimes, there can be parts of the lung not fully inflated called atelectasis. This could cause low oxygen levels and can be reversed by taking deep breaths. This type of lung exercise can be done using something called an incentive spirometer, and walking around. Hope this helps!

Question 4

how do you detect  low oxygen levels in blood?

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Low oxygen: One way is to use a pulse oximeter which fits over the finger and gives a good approximation of the oxygen in the blood.

Question 5

what are the causes of low oxygen sat rates after surgery?

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many: There can be many causes, the most common after surgery is atelectasis due to poor inspiration. This can be improved by using the bedside incentive spirometer frequently. Other causes include excessive sedation, pulmonary edema, or rarely pulmonary embolism.

Question 6

what does it mean if you have low oxygen levels in your blood tests?

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Lung disease: Is the commonest reason for a low level of oxygen in the blood. It can also happen in heart disease if the heart is failing and fluid builds up in otherwise-healthy lungs, or if there is a hole in the heart, causing blood to bypass the right heart circulation into the lungs and skip picking up oxygen there. These are examples of some common causes. Smoking, high altitude=examples of lung reasons.

Question 7

what common medical conditions are associated with low oxygen saturation levels?

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Lung & Heart Disease: Hypoxia (low oxygen saturations) are usually caused by lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asbestosis, pulmonary fibrosis, etc). Many heart conditions (especially congenital defects in the new born) may result in low oxygen saturation levels. Beware of false lows with pulse oximetry readingson cold hands, peripheral vascular disease or really callussed finger tips.

Question 8

if low oxygen levels are causing seizures would the best way to treat them be finding out why oxygen is dropping?

Accepted Answer

If that is the case?: When you experience a seizure, your oxygen level might dip and your carbon dioxide will also change.  Many metabolic changes accompany seizures.  I suspect that oxygenation due to seizure activity, not the reverse.  You do not list your current anti-seizure meds, but i presume you are taking some medication.  Altering your medicines may successfully control the seizures.

Question 9

low oxygen and thyroid, should i be concerned?

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Don't. Know: Low oxygen has different causes.  Hypothyroid or hyperthyroid  need treatment. If both conditions are addresses by physician then obviously should not worry.

Question 10

causes for low oxygen sats93-97%?

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Many possibilities: With a proper medical history one might make some good guesses.   That along with a proper physical exam might help better explain.   Blood work could possibly even help.   Not uncommonly it is a combo of things age included.    Generally, it is not a major issue as long as it remains above 90,  but still if there has been a sudden change it warrants looking into further.

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