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I have been to the er for shortness breath and cough was told i have bronchitis and given albuterol, prednisone, and tessalon and i have been noticing at home that my pulse ox is 87 when just woken up from sleep and then 92 sitting awake. is this ok?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Yes: Watch for signs of wheezing, increased cough or fever. If these occur, please see your PCP. Rest, drink fluids and monitor for fever.

Answered 3/24/2020

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A member asked:

I have been to the er for shortness breath and cough was told i have bronchitis and given albuterol, prednisone, and tessalon and i have been noticing at home that my pulse ox is 87 when just woken up from sleep and then 92 sitting awake. is this ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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