Oxygen therapy on release from hospital

My mother was on oxygen and used it as and when necessary.
That was over 20 years ago though,things have possably changed on the medical front by now.

In my job I supported a man with COPD who was on oxygen therapy. He only needed it when mobilising. I used to wash his hair for him and he used to take it off for that time.
Everyone is different, of course, but I guess you could try it and put the oxygen back on if you are struggling to breathe. It’s a shame they didn’t give you better instructions when they discharged you.
Good luck.

i think you really need to ask a medic or nurse about this.
did you not get any instructions or guidance when discharged from the hosp ?

I would just like to know how others coped with being on the oxygen, for instance taking a short break to wash hair, make a cup of tea etc. In other words if it is vital to remain on it even when my oxygen readings are within normal levels. I will be reviewed by respiratory team but not for a week or two.

Sorry I don’t know anything about this. Maybe you should speak to a doctor.

What are the questions? Sorry you have been ill and not yet well

Bumping this in case someone can help you, but they missed seeing your thread, dani4.