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I was diagnosed with pneumonia 2 weeks ago i still have some chest congestion i walked today 5k steps. should i be exercising by walking or just wait until my chest congestion subsides. ?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Exercise /tolerated: Using humidified air mist may help to clear your secretions. Monitor your temperature, and you may exercise as tolerated. If you develop symptoms, please have a screening test to rule out COVID 19 infection.

Answered 6/6/2020

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