How long it takes to recover from pneumothorax surgery is mainly related to the type of pneumothorax, the severity of the patient’s condition and the individual’s physical condition, and cannot be generalized. If the pneumothorax is caused by a single pulmonary blister, the patient’s symptoms are mild, the surgery is relatively simple and the recovery is quicker, usually 2-3 days after surgery. If the pneumothorax is caused by multiple pulmonary blisters, the patient’s symptoms are more complicated and the surgery takes longer, the postoperative recovery is relatively slow and usually takes 5-7 days to discharge. In addition, if the patient has a postoperative air leak, a closed chest drain should be installed, and its recovery time is relatively prolonged, with 7-10 days before discharge and 2 weeks before general daily activities, and the recovery time may be longer after complex pneumothorax surgery. For postoperative patients, it is recommended that attention should be paid to limiting strenuous activities and heavy physical labor within six months after discharge to avoid causing increased intrathoracic pressure and reducing the chance of pneumothorax recurrence, as well as paying attention to preventing colds and avoiding violent coughing, etc.