How Do You Survive A Lung Lobectomy?
Lobectomy of the lung is a surgical operation where a lobe of the lung is removed. The objective is to remove a portion of a diseased lung. Surgery in any form, can generally be frightening. But armed with the knowledge of what to expect and a strong will to get beyond this physical set-back, your lobectomy will soon be a fading memory. After surgery: It’s of the utmost importance to follow your physician’s instructions to the letter. And while you’re doing that, dwell upon other methods and ways to improve your overall health such as diet and other lifestyle behavioral patterns that require change. Even though you may feel poorly, take advantage of all aids necessary to improve your lung function. Any machine or “gadget” you’re asked to use during the recuperation process works wonders, provided you use it as instructed and often. A very important “gadget” to use is the “Spirometer”. Move-Move-Move. The sooner you get up and move around, the sooner your pains and aches will begin to s
