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I am 65 years old and have a consistent oxygen saturation of 89 while sleeping. is this considered obstructive sleep apnea? i am about 50 lbs overweight. if i lose the extra weight will it improve my sleep apnea?
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It is possible that you have sleep apnea due to upper airway narrowing. A weight loss reduction program may be available at your local medical center. An overnight sleep study at a sleep center is recommended. Please see your PCP and quit smoking if applicable.
Answered 6/9/2021
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It certainly could be sleep apnea. I would recommend a formal test either at home or sleep center to know for sure. Apnea is usually worse on your back and with any alcohol, so see if between weight loss and behavioral changes things improve. Oxygen level should always remain more than 90%.
Answered 6/9/2021
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Losing weight will help more than your night time desaturation. Not easy but losing weight is imperative for good health. For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. Wish you good health!
Answered 6/11/2021
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