Archive for the 'Oxygen' Category

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008

How Important Is Oxygen?

If you have low oxygen levels you are dying.
Denial is not effective treatment for low oxygen levels.  Even if you “feel okay”.
Oxygen hitches a ride on your red blood cells in order to travel around your body.  If your oxygen level is too low (below 92%) the oxygen molecules can’t make the leap.  The pressure [...]

Monday, November 3rd, 2008

What Does Low Oxygen Level Feel Like?

Low oxygen levels rob you of your health and can kill you.  Will you feel it if you have a low oxygen level?
Many people who have dangerously low oxygen levels report “feeling just fine” despite their pale color and confusion.
Watch for the following signs:

water retention (especially feet/ ankles)
shortness of breath/ difficulty breathing
extreme fatigue
chest tightness
mental confusion/ short-term-memory [...]

Sunday, November 2nd, 2008

Will Low Blood Oxygen Levels Kill You?

Low oxygen levels will kill you slowly, OR it can kill you instantly.
When you have low blood oxygen levels every time you exert yourself, sleep, or do anything else, you are robbing your vital organs of the oxygen needed for wellness.
You WILL lose your eye sight, your short term memory, your strength, and your charming [...]

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008

Exercise With Oxygen Can Help You Kick Ass In the World, Got Oxygen?

Feeling like there is lead in your shoes?
Whether you just want more energy or you are bed ridden wanting to have a life again.  Exercise with oxygen can benefit you.
Let me tell you about Mr. K, one very charismatic patient I used to care for.
Mr. K used to ‘bout kill himself on his exercise bike.  [...]

Monday, October 20th, 2008

Will Your Life Improve If You Use Oxygen For a Few Minutes a Day?

Yes. AND NO! Oxygen can be a huge benefit to you if you use it while engaged in activity for 15 minutes a day.
HOWEVER, if your oxygen level is below 92% at any time during your day or night:
Every occurrance of low oxygen level is BAD!
That means that if you don’t use oxygen WHEN you need [...]

Monday, October 13th, 2008

If My Doctor Says I No Longer Need Oxygen, Do I Need a Second Opinion?

A critical care unit is a good place to learn about the importance of oxygen.  You will find out in a quick hurry how closely they watch oxygen levels.
The sicker you are, the more closely the doctors and nurses and respiratory therapists will monitor it.
In a home care setting, oxygen is just as important [...]