AngusMactavish Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 I need to borrow an oxygen concentrator. When I moved to Chapala 4 years ago I brought one but didn't have the need but Doctor Sam did for a patient and I let it go. My COPD has flared to a fatal situation. Oxy level range from 83 to 87. I now an in Melaque, went to the Jalisco clinic in Cihuatlán, and was placed in a hall bed with another in the hall attached to the building with three rooms. All covid except me. I have been vaxed. No mask, no sheet, no water, no toilet, and was quickly told to supply a helper or leave. I left the next morning. Can you spare yours for a month maximum? I will arraign transport and whatever to get it here. PLEASE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 Angus i know nothing about this equipment, but I did find them for sale (several models/options) on both MercadoLibre and Amazon Mexico. Also, I THINK I remember that Sra. Lidia, who supplies in-home nursing care etc. in Lakeside area and who has/had a connection to the local medical supplies store might rent you one.Her cell is 333 156 9080 Doesn't exactly offer you the fastest/best solution, but nothing ventured, nothing gained. Pretty sure IF you have to buy one that MercadoLibre will get it to you faster than Amazon Mx. And GOOD LUCK 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 Just called a Mexican nurse I know who does home nursing services etc. and who knows "people" in various places that have them, and will rent them out. She's checking the closest available and the cost (told her one month) and she'll get back to me ASAP: If you want to call me (land line) it's 376 766 3580 OR call her yourself directly if you speak Spanish: Rosario 333 947 7504 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Habacht Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 You might also try Oxy Reyes in Riberas. I saw several units in his warehouse. He also rents Oxygen tanks in many sizes. Buying one now costs about 10000 mxp for a serviceable one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngusMactavish Posted August 1, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 Thanks all. I have got a mule lined up. Buying from Amazon or Merc. Libre will assure my demise. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Habacht Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 You must get your 02 up over 90 as there will be damage to you if you remain in the 80's or lower for long periods Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 There was one advertised for sale at Beg Barter Buy Sell Chapala FB page, 2 weeks ago. I sent a PM to the person who posted the item for sale. https://www.facebook.com/groups/785666514831385/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 What's the nearest big city....Manzanillo? Can you google for Medical Supply houses there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 I do not have a source of oxygen. But, my suggestion is that if you can not have O2 in your house within 2- 3 hours, with your level that low,[ you stated 83 - 87 ) I would go to the Ajijic Clinic / Hospital.. they can monitor your O2 Sat level and provide oxygen and support you until you get oxygen in your household. You will be in a room, and not a hall. and they will not empty your wallet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 Sorry I missed the : 'whatever to get it here ' Is there another option there for a 24 urgent care type of place in the interim ?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dichosalocura Posted August 1, 2021 Report Share Posted August 1, 2021 Mercado libre has next day delivery. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Jackie said: I would go to the Ajijic Clinic / Hospital.. they can monitor your O2 Sat level and provide oxygen and support you until you get oxygen in your household. Jackie he's in Melaque (next door to Barra de Navidad) on the coast.... so that's not an option for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambconsultants Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 As i understand you need oxygen right now. Can you get a tank temporarily?. I know where they sell in gdl. I can check tomorrow. I can loan my oxygen tank. But it is only a medium one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vetteforron Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 I have this portable for sale brand new never used warranty up to 6 liters per minute. Not cheap. Problem I am in San Carlos in Sonora. Not cheap. $2800.00 dollars. Just what I paid for it. Includes extra battery connects to car power or home. I wish you the best. I have this one for sell b Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibarra Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 2 hours ago, AngusMactavish said: Thanks all. I have got a mule lined up. I'm glad you found someone to help you. Hope you are better soon and back to enjoying Melaque. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natasha Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 He has the mule. So far he does NOT have the machine. Working on it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 I sent Angus a few pm's, one of which I am sharing here for OTHERS who also have COPD. A hot and humid climate makes it harder to breathe. Please choose your location carefully if you suffer from it. Angus has planned to move to Thailand eventually. Hmmm. Quote Angus, I know you will do as you please but please reconsider living in a hot/humid climate... a climate that is also ripe with mold and mildew for many months. https://www.anthem.com/blog/living-healthy/how-the-weather-can-cause-copd-exacerbation/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringohombre Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 5 hours ago, Ferret said: I sent Angus a few pm's, one of which I am sharing here for OTHERS who also have COPD. A hot and humid climate makes it harder to breathe. Please choose your location carefully if you suffer from it. Angus has planned to move to Thailand eventually. Hmmm. How about lakeside??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 4 minutes ago, gringohombre said: How about lakeside??? This altitude is a poor choice for COPD. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 83-87 is not fatal. I know this from experience. below 80 could be a problem and below 70 is not a good thing. Don't panic-that can be fatal. RELAX! pedro ketesz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisbee Gal Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 @AngusMactavish Your 1st post indicates you are in an area with a lot of Covid---have you been tested? Yes I know you had J&J but there are breakthrough cases. Low oxygen level can be a symptom of Covid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmh Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 I know 3 people with covid that were vaccinated so it protects you from a serious case maybe but not from getting it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Bowie Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 Just now, bmh said: I know 3 people with covid that were vaccinated so it protects you from a serious case maybe but not from getting it. NO vaccine protects anyone from getting it, not covid nor the Flu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmh Posted August 2, 2021 Report Share Posted August 2, 2021 that is correct and we can see people getting sick here despite the fact that they have received vaccines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted August 3, 2021 Report Share Posted August 3, 2021 At 83-87 he doesn't need an oxygen concentrator nor does he have covid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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