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Is it bad to sneeze after you gone through 3 lung collapses and and a thoracotomy procedure almost two weeks ago? it hurts when i sneeze

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

M.D. visit: Most likely the pain that you are experiencing is related to muscular strain from the procedure. If you are experiencing shortness of breath and/or the pain continues, please see your physician. Prmg/pediatric respiratory can review records for ?S at 858 259 9689.

Answered 4/6/2014

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