Have your PH specialist order an oximetry test for you to do at home. If your SATs dip under 88 for any meaningful period, they will be able to prescribe O2 assistance for you.
Mine would dip down to 82 at night only so I am on nighttime 2L assist.
July 23 (edited)
Thanks for the information
July 23
Oxygen therapy can be a helpful part of managing pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Here's a quick look at the key benefits:
- Reduces symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath
- Improves quality of life, helping with daily activities like walking or traveling
- Acts as a vasodilator, meaning it helps widen the Show Full Answer
Oxygen therapy can be a helpful part of managing pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Here's a quick look at the key benefits:
- Reduces symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath
- Improves quality of life, helping with daily activities like walking or traveling
- Acts as a vasodilator, meaning it helps widen the narrowed blood vessels in your lungs
- Boosts oxygen levels throughout your body, which can be lower with PAH
A myPHteam member shared their experience: going just 30 minutes without oxygen caused severe headaches and weakness — highlighting how important it can be. Oxygen therapy is prescribed based on your blood oxygen levels, often measured with a finger pulse oximeter. Some people only need it during activity or sleep, while others may need it around the clock (called long-term oxygen therapy).
The good news is it doesn't have to slow you down! As one myPHteam member noted, using a portable oxygen concentrator still allowed them to travel and enjoy watching their grandkids play sports. 🙌
Always work with your doctor to find out if oxygen therapy is right for your situation.
July 23
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