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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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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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