Can Low Oxygen Levels Cause Imbalance And Wobbling?

Posted on Wed, 4 Oct 2017

Question: can low oxygen levels make you stagger and stumble?

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (43 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Symptoms of low oxygen level

Detailed Answer:
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Yes, Low oxygen level can cause you to stagger and stumble.
Other manifestations of low oxygen include
-Confusion, dizziness
-Deep breathing, shortness of breath
-Bluish discoloration of fingers, lips, tongue etc
-Loss of consciousness
-Increased heart rate
-Vomiting
-Excessive sweating

If you experience any such symptoms follow up with the emergency room or call 911

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Dr.Lekshmi

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