What is Oxygen Concentrator?
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An oxygen concentrator is a device used to provide oxygen therapy to a patient at substantially higher concentrations than those of ambient air, used as an alternative to tanks of compressed oxygen.
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How do members experience Oxygen Concentrator?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low oxygen saturation while sleeping | 52 | 22 | |
| Shortness of breath (dyspnea) | 44 | 9 | |
| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 30 | 12 | |
| Low blood oxygen levels (hypoxemia) | 7 | 0 | |
| Hypoxemia | 4 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Air trapped in esophagus | 1 | |
| Auditory hallucinations | 1 | |
| Dry mouth | 1 | |
| Dryness | 1 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Rhinitis (nasal inflammation) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 41 |
Member evaluations
gagafor2
evaluated on Sep 30, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for low oxygen saturation while sleeping: Major
- Side effects: None
thjuland
evaluated on Oct 28, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for fainting: Major
- Side effects: None
cvidptwi
evaluated on Jun 30, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for hepatopulmonary syndrome: None
- Side effects: None
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