Chest drain insertion

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Hello, I had my right lung drained on Friday, 1.2 litres. I'm still in quite a bit of pain when I move around and I'm trying not to cough as this really hurts. From the small amount of info I've read on recovery it says I should feel breathing much easier instantly. I feel I still have to shallow breathe. Would love to hear from someone who has been through this.

Thanks

little-fi Slight smile

    1. Hi little-fi my partner  had this done on his left lung last week although he can breath much better than before he is still on oxygen  sometimes and palliative  care nurses giving  him breathing  excersises he's still in hospital   . Hope this helps a little xx
  • Thanks for your reply faithful. I'm waiting for oxygen to be organised at home. I haven't been given breathing exercises to do. I wish your partner well and hopes he gets home soon. x