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I've a collapsed lung but not a very bad one how long would it take to fully repair it self i'm resting 24/7 mainly it's just a small air leakage ?
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Several days: A small pneumothorax usually resolves in 3-5 days. If you have chest tightness or shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention. These would be symptoms that the pneumothorax is getting worse which can be a life-threatening situation requiring placement of a chest tube.
Answered 7/1/2020
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