Effect of the face mask on oxygen saturation

Abstract

We all wish to avoid becoming infected by some infections, particularly viruses, and the face masks have become indispensable in providing such protection.  A face mask is a product that covers the nose and mouth of the wearer.  There are various types of face masks available, surgical, fabric and respirators (also known as filtering face piece respirators – FFP) which is available at different performance levels such as FFP2, FFP3 masks, but widespread use of face masks is limited, owing to concerns about inadequate gas exchange and they are unconfutable.1,2  The Aim of this study is to know the effect of face masks on healthy individuals and in connective tissue disorder associated with interstitial lung diseases patients.