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Frank Marzetta replied to the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 4 days, 16 hours ago
For now, I’ve decided to use smaller tanks with a backpack and get used to carrying oxygen. Maybe I’ll graduate to a POC but want to walk before I run!
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Frank Marzetta replied to the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 1 week, 5 days ago
Hi Merideth, I wasn’t saying I didn’t need it, just was asking if the POC’s would help. I do need it and would like to use a POC instead of a tank. I’m pretty new to the diagnosis and trying to figure out how to take best care of myself.
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Frank Marzetta replied to the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 1 week, 6 days ago
Thanks for the replies! I’m seeing my Dr. next week and will bring up the points all of you have made.
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Frank Marzetta replied to the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Perfect…Thank you!
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Frank Marzetta replied to the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Thanks Sam…I think most of the shoulder – carried POC’s are pulse. Is there a big difference between pulse and continuous? I’ve been looking at the Inogen G5. If a recommendation could be made on a shoulder – carried POC it would be appreciated.
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Frank Marzetta started the topic Using supplemental oxygen in the forum Diagnosis Information and General Questions 2 weeks, 5 days ago
My Dr. wants me on 2L continuous oxygen all the time. If I exert myself, like going to the grocery store, I have to rest a few times and catch my breath, but am not using supplemental oxygen. When I check my 02 levels they are in the low 70’s, sometimes in the 60’s. In your experience using oxygen, does it get you to a healthy 02 level(89 or…[Read more]
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Frank Marzetta became a registered member 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Welcome to the PF forums Frank, we’re glad you found us.