• Air travel should be avoided for the first 2-3 months after lung collapse surgery to prevent pressure changes.

• Similarly, travel to high altitudes should be avoided as this can also create pressure differences.

• Activities that increase pressure, such as sneezing and straining, should be avoided.

• A balanced, high-fiber diet should be followed to prevent straining due to constipation.

• In the long term, smoking cessation is crucial.