“Can you live a normal life after lung resection?”

The goal of lung resection is to treat severe lung disease. However, the surgery can leave you with ongoing shortness of breath. It’s not unusual to experience this even at rest, without even exerting yourself. It is possible you may need to wear oxygen to manage this. Your surgeon or primary care physician may also restrict the kinds of work and activities you can do. Your doctor is the best place for information about your prognosis and long-term outlook based on your personal history. Therefore, asking your doctor what you can expect based on your circumstances will give you the most accurate information.

Yes, after Pulmonary Rehab.