- male
- 65 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm really worried about my dad. He's been on a ventilator for the past two weeks because he can't breathe on his own. The doctor mentioned there's fluid building up in his lungs. What could cause this, and is there anything more we can do to help his condition? I'm feeling anxious about his recoveryany suggestions?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
put NIV for 2 days as it pushes water out
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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