Oxygen therapy is a medical treatment that involves the use of supplemental oxygen to increase oxygen levels in the blood and improve overall oxygen delivery to tissues.
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Oxygen Therapy FAQ


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What is home oxygen therapy?

Home oxygen therapy involves breathing in air that contains more oxygen than normal through a mask or tube connected to a device in your home. Who can benefit from home oxygen therapy? Home oxygen therapy can be useful for people who do not have enough oxygen in their blood.

Should I use home oxygen therapy?

If you use home oxygen therapy, it's important to use it safely, to inform your insurers and to be prepared when going on holiday. On this page we give advice on living well with oxygen therapy. How is home oxygen delivered? Home oxygen therapy can be delivered in various ways. Find out the different delivery methods available across the UK.

Can I get home oxygen therapy if my blood oxygen levels are low?

If you’re living with a lung condition, you may be offered home oxygen therapy if your blood oxygen levels are persistently low. We’ve put this information together to explain what home oxygen therapy is, why it’s used as a treatment and who can benefit from using it. It describes the different ways oxygen is provided by the NHS.

What is oxygen therapy & how does it work?

Oxygen therapy is a treatment for persistent low blood oxygen levels, not breathlessness. “Get used to using it. It will make the difference between being stuck indoors or getting out and enjoying life. You may be able to do a few more jobs around the house or garden as well.”

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