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Hi, i have just recently found out that my 8 year old son has a low o2 level when at physical therapy. it dropped down between 75-80 during his 45 min?
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Cardiac shunt: There are many causes for low O2. At his age a congenital cardiac shunt such as a septal defect is a possibility. I would recommend consultation at a major center.
Answered 6/9/2015
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