Collapsed Lung Symptoms
3. Low Oxygen Levels in Blood
Low blood levels of oxygen, or hypoxemia, is a condition in which blood in the arteries does not contain enough oxygen to supply to the tissues. This occurs because the collapsed lung has reduced capacity for air exchange.
If hypoxemia progresses, it can lead to major complications such as breathlessness, increased rate of breathing, and cyanosis. If the level of oxygen in blood becomes lower than 60 mmHg, the condition is severe and must be treated as soon as possible.
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