My dad just turned 50, and even though he's fully vaccinated, he tested positive for COVID yesterday. His oxygen levels are reading 93-94, and since he has asthma, Im worried. Is it normal for his oxygen levels to be like this? Could it mean there's an infection in his lungs? Would doing some breathing exercises help him get his SpO2 levels back up?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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absolutely no, it might cause cross reaction with TB drugs. better to avoid alcohol

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