A 36-year-old female asked:

I work in school 3-5 year old childrenand i never stop while i am at work. my right lung collapsed and they removed 1000 ml of air. when should return?

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Dr. Mark Diamondanswered

Pediatrics 47 years experience

When...: When you have no breathing difficulty and your doctor says it is ok.

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