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Hi 10 Years Ago I Had A Lobectomy Of The
Question: Hi 10 years ago I had a lobectomy of the lung due to chronic pneumonia caused by a benign tumor. I live in North XXXXXXX and with the covid 19 I am worried about going back to work this week in XXXXXXX NY. Am I more at risk with my history? Should I avoid work?
Brief Answer:
You are at major risk of developing complications from covid19.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Of course you are at major risk of complications if you contract covid19.
You had a major surgery removing a love of the lungs so your lung capacity is reduced and lung volume is reduced .
You are in the risk group of persons who may have life-threatening complications from covid19. You should avoid work to prevent being infected.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
You are at major risk of developing complications from covid19.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
Of course you are at major risk of complications if you contract covid19.
You had a major surgery removing a love of the lungs so your lung capacity is reduced and lung volume is reduced .
You are in the risk group of persons who may have life-threatening complications from covid19. You should avoid work to prevent being infected.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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