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BREATHING EXERCISES - HOW TO IMPROVE THE LUNG HEALTH DURING COVID - 19

The second wave of Covid-19 greatly increased the need for oxygen supply. According to Dr. VK Paul, a member of the Policy Commission (Health), "shortness of breath" is the most common symptom of the wave, which has resulted in a large increase in the need for oxygen. In 90% of patients with Covid-19, something has happened to the lungs but it is not so important clinically. 10% -15% of people get pneumonia - a swelling of the small air cavities in the lungs. When short/long breathing conditions become more severe, very few of the Covid-19 patients need oxygen support. Introducing breathing exercises. This is a technique that reduces the oxygen requirement of the patient and motivates them to take care of themselves. How does breathing exercises help? Breathing exercise is very helpful for patients with mild symptoms. If these patients practice it, they are less likely to need an oxygen supply. This exercise can also be used to monitor the patient's condition. If