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Mask and walking cycling

2021-09-19 15:47:06
Dear Doctor Does wearing a mask and cycling or walking fast causes lung infection or lung problems or is it good for lungs to be considered an exercise since we have to put more effort to breathe when wearing mask??
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Exercises are good for lungs as they are for other systems. Wearing a mask while doing strenuous exercises may be exhausting.
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Answered2021-09-20 05:14:27

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While doing strenuous exercise don't wear the mask ..It is not injurious to your health..

Answered2021-09-19 16:55:22

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Hi.  I understand your concern. No mask do mot cause infection if clean mask is worn everyday

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Wearing a  mask and doing heavy exercises is not advisable. Mask will prevent infections.

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