Lungs usually return to normal in 1~2 days after a lung puncture, but it may take 1~2 weeks if there is a co-infection or underlying disease.
Under normal circumstances, after performing a lung puncture, it does not affect the lung tissue or lung function, and it only takes 1~2 days for the puncture site to heal on its own. At the same time, lung function is not significantly affected and normal ventilation can be sustained, which is a more normal recovery time.
However, if there is a combination of infection, or the presence of underlying diseases, etc., the recovery time is relatively longer. Systematic anti-infective treatment or control of the primary disease is required, and recovery usually takes 1 to 2 weeks. More serious cases may take 2~4 weeks or even longer, depending on your situation.