Hypoxia (medicine)
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Hypoxia is a condition in which there is a decrease in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues of the body. It can be classified into four types: hypoxic hypoxia, anemic hypoxia, stagnant hypoxia, and histotoxic hypoxia.
Types of Hypoxia[edit | edit source]
Hypoxic Hypoxia[edit | edit source]
Hypoxic hypoxia, also known as Hypoxemic Hypoxia, occurs when the oxygen pressure in the blood leaving the lungs is too low to saturate the hemoglobin.
Anemic Hypoxia[edit | edit source]
Anemic Hypoxia is a condition where there is adequate blood flow, but a decrease in the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.
Stagnant Hypoxia[edit | edit source]
Stagnant Hypoxia is a condition where the oxygen in the lungs is sufficient, but the blood flow to the tissues is insufficient.
Histotoxic Hypoxia[edit | edit source]
Histotoxic Hypoxia is a condition where the cells of the body are unable to use the oxygen supplied to them.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of hypoxia depend on its severity and duration. They may include shortness of breath, rapid breathing, restlessness, confusion, and loss of consciousness.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Hypoxia can be caused by a variety of conditions, including COPD, Asthma, Pneumonia, and Lung Cancer.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for hypoxia aims to increase the amount of oxygen that reaches the tissues. This can be achieved through supplemental oxygen, medications, and in severe cases, mechanical ventilation.
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