How can I increase my oxygen saturation?

Question

Hello, I have COPD. I use 2 inhalers, Seebri and Bricanyl. I don't understand why my oxygen saturation goes from 92% to 82%, for no apparent reason, without effort. Yes, of course, a pulse ox meter can be unreliable, but not being able to breathe normally and inhale enough to properly inhale a medication does not lie. Yes, of course, being seen quickly by a doctor would be the perfect solution, if we lived in an ideal world. Showing up at a hospital emergency room and waiting for hours in a crowded room with a mask over your face is far from great when you are feeling extremely vulnerable. Thank you for your response which unfortunately does not help my feelings of distress.

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello, thank you for your question! Home saturation meters could be unreliable in some cases.. I mention this because a saturation of 82% is extremely low and a person with this value should be seen by a doctor quickly... I am sorry if I could not provide you with more help, it is simply that the description of your condition requires urgent medical attention, which clearly cannot be done on this platform A consultation may indeed take time, but triage in the emergency room is done in order of severity, and at least the right treatment, if any, will not be delayed. Sincerely Tom Samaha, pharmacist