Fort Knox, KY
A 34-year-old female asked:
Pneumonia has been gone 6 weeks and now have atelectasis and pleural effusion? was healthy prior to this. blood work is good. will i get better?
1 doctor answer • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Angelina Postoev md facsanswered
General Surgery 17 years experience
Yes: do more deep breathing. Breath all the way in, hold as long as you can, slowly breath out. Wait a bit and repeat (so you don't get dizzy)
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