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how long do you need to use your spireometer for after lobectomy ?

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Hi I’m going to have consult about having a lobectomy is it benefiting you and are you still on oxygen. Sorry I can’t answer your question tho. Hope you recover quickly Thankyou Sam

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Hi,

You need to speak to the physiotherapist who was involved in your post op care regarding this.

All the best,

The Roy Castle Foundation Helpline team

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I didnt have spirometer after lobectomy. Mind you my lobectomy was by vats.

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mine was vats at the time physio said you cant usespirometer too much its good for your lungs .but didnt say for how long.

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