Benefits of Oxygen Therapy
- Oxygen therapy is beneficial to people with frequent low oxygen levels due to an underlying disease. It provides a more active lifestyle by decreasing shortness of breath.
- Oxygen therapy can save lives in case of emergencies and also increases life expectancy.
- It is beneficial in symptoms like headaches, irritability, confusion, fatigue and swollen ankles. These symptoms may be due to low oxygen levels in the body.
- Oxygen therapy is also helpful to children with congenital chronic lung diseases thereby improving their quality of life.
What are the symptoms of Low Blood Oxygen?
- Coughing or wheezing
- Rapid breaths
- Confusion
- Sweat
- Changes in skin color
- Short breath
- Increased heart rate
Medical professionals use pulse oximetry to determine whether a person qualifies for an oxygen therapy treatment or not. Some people require to be oxygenated all the time while others need it under emergency circumstances for ex. An asthma attack. Oxygen therapy can be done at home for people with permanent needs, with a portable oxygen delivery system.
What are the risks of using oxygen therapy?
Oxygen therapy is generally safe, but it can cause side effects. They include a dry or bloody nose, tiredness, and morning headaches.
Oxygen poses a fire risk, so you should never smoke or use flammable materials when using oxygen. If you use oxygen tanks, make sure your tank is secured and stays upright. If it falls and cracks or the top breaks off, the tank can fly like a missile.
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