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I have copd.i need a letter from a doctor that states i can not wear a mask, but i can wear a face sheild. i can't breath in them more than 10 mins. please help or i lose my job.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your doc: Your doc would be in best position to write such a letter, otherwise nobody can or should without having any knowledge of your medical history.

Answered 8/14/2020

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A member asked:

I have copd.i need a letter from a doctor that states i can not wear a mask, but i can wear a face sheild. i can't breath in them more than 10 mins. please help or i lose my job.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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