Silent hypoxia (also known as happy hypoxia) [1][2] is generalised hypoxia that does not coincide with shortness of breath. [3][4][5] This presentation is known to be a complication of COVID …

Silent hypoxia is a condition caused by COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) in which patients have low levels of oxygen but no difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, which are common …

Jan 19, 2023 · One of the most serious symptoms of COVID-19 infections is a form of oxygen deprivation called "silent hypoxia." In this type of hypoxia, a patient's blood oxygen saturation …

Silent hypoxia in SARS-CoV-2 infected patients can be diagnosed with the help of a pulse oximeter, blood gas levels, and a 6-min walking test. While the clinicians and researchers …

Sep 24, 2020 · A silent condition is impacting COVID-19 patients across the country. The damage it causes can lead to death, and in many cases, patients don’t know they have it. It is called …

Dec 8, 2020 · Happy hypoxia, also known as silent hypoxia, represents an early stage in COVID-19 infection. About one in five people who has to be hospitalized for COVID-19 will experience …

An unusual clinical picture has emerged in some patients with SARS-CoV-2 infection: the development of hypoxia that is out of proportion to the patient's symptoms. This has been …

Jun 15, 2022 · Patients with COVID-19 often present with life-threatening hypoxemia without dyspnea or signs of respiratory distress. Termed silent or happy hypoxia, it has puzzled …

Hypoxia is a life-threatening condition that is treatable with prompt medical attention. If you have a heart or lung condition that puts you at risk for hypoxia, talk to your healthcare provider about …

Feb 10, 2025 · Silent hypoxia is a hidden yet serious health threat that can progress without warning signs. While conditions like COVID-19 have highlighted its dangers, other factors such …