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I have sleep apnea but sometimes during the day my oxygen level is 90-93%. it feels difficult to breathe. lung tests came back normal.
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Sleep study: you need to see a lung doctor for sleep study and pulmonery function test. they can evaluate you and treat you.
Answered 12/29/2022
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Dyspnea: If overweight and has obstructive sleep apnea, weightloss and exercise may improve your symptoms. Also ensure that you use your CPAP to the appropriate titration
Answered 5/17/2015
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