Only 15% Covid patients may have moderate disease where one’s oxygen saturation level may go less than 94%. Dr Ravichandra asked to be alert to the symptoms of low oxygen level and said the warning signs of low oxygen level include difficulty in breathing, confusion, difficulty in waking up and bluish lips or face. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Hypoxemia (low oxygen levels in blood) may eventually result in loss of life. Know how to measure oxygen levelDr Ravichandra explains that there are two easy ways to measure the oxygen level. Respiratory Rate: Respiratory rate is the number of breaths a person takes per minute.

Source: Hindustan Times May 29, 2021 16:07 UTC