What is Hypoxemia? This video provides an overview, including the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for hypoxemia.
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➡️ Hypoxemia
Hypoxemia refers to a lower-than-normal level of oxygen in your blood, specifically in the arterial blood. Oxygen is essential for the cells in the body to function properly, and blood oxygen levels are an indicator of how well oxygen is being distributed throughout your body. The condition is often detected through a blood test or a noninvasive device called a pulse oximeter, which measures the oxygen saturation of the blood. Normal blood oxygen levels are typically between 95% and 100%. Values below 90% are considered low and can be indicative of hypoxemia.

➡️ Signs and Symptoms
Hypoxemia manifests through various signs and symptoms that can range from mild to severe, depending on its underlying cause and severity. Individuals with hypoxemia may experience shortness of breath, especially during physical activity or even at rest in more severe cases. A feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing is also common. Cyanosis, a bluish discoloration of the skin, lips, and nail beds, is another telltale sign, indicating insufficient oxygenation.

➡️ Causes
Hypoxemia can result from various underlying conditions, each affecting the body's ability to oxygenate the blood efficiently.

- Hypoventilation
- V/Q Mismatch
- Shunt
- Reduced Diffusing Capacity
- Altitude

➡️ Treatment
Treating hypoxemia involves addressing both the low oxygen levels in the blood and the underlying cause(s) that led to this condition. Treatment strategies can vary widely depending on the severity of hypoxemia, the underlying health conditions, and the specific needs of the patient.

➡️ Refractory Hypoxemia
Refractory hypoxemia refers to a severe form of hypoxemia that does not respond adequately to conventional oxygen therapy, including high concentrations of inhaled oxygen. This condition is particularly concerning because it indicates a profound impairment in the lung’s ability to oxygenate the blood, despite efforts to increase the oxygen supply.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:29 - Hypoxemia
1:04 - Signs and Symptoms
2:16 - Causes
2:23 - Primary Causes of Hypoxemia
2:33 - Hypoventilation
2:43 - Ventilation-perfusion (V/Q)
2:58 - Shunt
3:10 - Reduced Diffusing Capacity
3:26 - Altitude
3:48 - Diagnosis
4:13 - Pulse oximetry
4:50 - Pulmonary function tests (PFTs)
5:19 - Treatment

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