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Buddyzbuddy

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13. Please note, I'm not a medical professional but

Reply to live love laugh (Reply #10)

Mon Apr 6, 2026, 07:56 PM

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I have been told by doctors that were measuring for oxygen levels in sleep apnea patients at times other than sleep apnea testing. I was surprised they could measure the effects of apnea on oxygen levels at different times of day.

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Diabetes rates are lower in high-altitude environments & scientists may have discovered why [View all] Judi Lynn Monday OP

Thank you for this fascinating article. Will have to read much more niyad Monday #1

Unfortunately, I don't think "being high" counts. Pinback Monday #11

That does not apply to me, unless being at 6,300 ft counts. niyad Monday #12

Really good article, thank you for bringing it to us. Buddyzbuddy Monday #2

Consistent oxygen deprivation vs. deprivation only while asleep may matter. live love laugh Monday #5

Actually, my understanding is oxygen deprivation due to sleep apnea Buddyzbuddy Monday #7

They only do diagnostics and treatment during/for sleep. I've never heard of nonsleep interventions. live love laugh Monday #8

Physicians measure oxygen levels during the day Buddyzbuddy Monday #9

Oxygen levels may be measured anytime but not in connection with the effects of sleep apnea. live love laugh Monday #10

Please note, I'm not a medical professional but Buddyzbuddy Monday #13

Doctors (plural) .... really? Interesting. live love laugh Monday #14

Interesting article Attilatheblond Monday #3

Amazing discovery thanks for sharing this. live love laugh Monday #4

I moved upstairs and lowered my A1C by 1/2. I also stopped eating because the fridge was downstairs. Wonder Why Monday #6