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Sitting down my spo2 is usually at 94% but will go up if i take deep breaths or move around ie 96% , 8 months off smoke , will improve or problem ?
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Not a problem...: If you are sitting down, you are not likely taking a very deep breath, especially if you are overweight. You oxygen level improves with a deep breath so you do not likely have any problems. If you have symptoms of shortness-of-breath you should get an exam by your physician.
Answered 5/27/2015
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Normal: This appears to be a normal finding. Congratulations on quitting smoking you have done yourself a huge favor.
Answered 5/29/2015
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