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I was sent home from hosp after bout with pneumonia with oxygen. my level is from 91-97 without and 97-99 with. do i still need the oxygen 24/7?

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Dr. M. Jay Petruska answered

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Oxygen: You should see your primary care physician to assess the need for continuous oxygen. Also, you should stop smoking! smoking, pneumonia, and oxygen do not mix!

Answered 8/7/2013

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A member asked:

I was sent home from hosp after bout with pneumonia with oxygen. my level is from 91-97 without and 97-99 with. do i still need the oxygen 24/7?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. M. Jay Petruska answered

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