I requested an overnight oximetry test when my early oximeter readings upon waking were between 90 and 93. My PH specialist ordered it for me. My overnight test showed me down to 82 for as much as 4 hours! I believe the qualifying number is 88 or below. The test is done in your home. A medical equipment provider brings you a special oximeter that you wear on your wrist with a finger attachment. Very comfortable and easy to do.
I am on 2L O2 at night. At the 3 month mark we did a follow up overnight test with my O2 assist on to check and my numbers were much better with only a 20 minute dip to 88.
While your oxygen levels before bed appear normal, feeling tired upon waking could be a sign of nocturnal hypoxemia - a condition where oxygen levels drop during sleep. This affects up to 89% of people with pulmonary hypertension. Common signs include:
• Waking up frequently during the night
• Feeling unrested even after Show Full Answer