High SpO2 variations

[SBAsMiMi]

I think I may have a problem, 7 out of 14 nights look like the pics. What are some opinions? I’m 5’1” approximately 130 athletic build and active with normal BP and HR, so I’m thinking it may be genetic? My dad had sleep apnea as well.

 

 

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[SunsetRunner]

The big question is how are you feeling, @SBAsMiMi ?  Do you wake up tired? Do you snore? The sleep reports are meant to offer guidance. You may want to mention the reports to your doctor, especially since you have a family history of sleep apnea. 

[JohnnyRow]

If any doubts, certainly worth talking to your doctor about.

But, in my opinion, which isn't worth much here with no medical training and far from an expert in interpreting these charts, my takeaway would be that your SPO2 variation is low for most of the night.  With apnea, I would expect to see a chart hovering about  the base line with frequent excursions above it throughout the night.  I wonder if you can correlate awake time, if any, with those times when it goes to higher variation because SPO2 increases when awake.

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @SBAsMiMi. It's great to see you around! @SunsetRunner, @JohnnyRow It's great to see you around and thanks for your great input! 

Thank you for the detailed information and for the screenshots. Some users may experience errors in their reported SpO2 value due to arm position and movement, position and fit of your Fitbit device, and other factors.      

To make sure your Fitbit device consistently tracks your SpO2 data:

-Wear your device slightly higher on your wrist.
-Make sure your device is in contact with your skin.
-Your device should be snug but not constricting.
-Tattooed skin can impact the accuracy of the sensors on your Fitbit device. 

If you have any questions, please see help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/2459.htm and help.fitbit.com/manuals/manual_spo2_en_US.pdf

On a side note, I agree with @JohnnyRow, the metrics within this feature are not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition and should not be relied on for any medical purposes. It is intended to provide information that can help you manage your well-being. If you have any concerns about your health, talk to a healthcare provider. If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call emergency services.

Hope this helps. 

[SBAsMiMi]

Thanks for all the input, I will be making an appointment with my PC soon and will show these to him as well. I wake up feeling extremely tired and sometimes wake myself briefly gasping for air. My husband also has noticed that I go for long spans of time without breathing which has alarmed him also. I don't have tattoos and I believe I am wearing it in the suggested area with a comfortably snug fit.
Thanks again, Sherri

[WilsonFitbit]

@SBAsMiMi Thank you very much for your reply. 

I appreciate the detailed information and for following the suggestions. I hope everything gets better and that you can keep tracking towards your fitness goals. 

See you around. 

[Boeren]

I have severe sleep apnea and if i do not wear my mask the watch barely wants to track my sleep. With the sleep apnea device it would look something like those graphs if the mast isnt tight or i am restless. So it could be mild sleep apnea or just restless sleeping which could show the same.

[WilsonFitbit]

Hello @Boeren. Welcome to the community forums. 

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your input. 

See you around.