Does anyone have suggestions or kowledge on recovering from smoking?
I quit smoking a few weeks ago after 31/2 year of the junk! Is it possible to heal my lungs?
If not, how far back to normal can I get?
If my lungs can somewhat heal, how long will this take?
Thx for any input
Originally posted by gull80
Unfortunately you may not be able to undo all of the damage. For example, I have seen many individuals who developed emphysema years after quitting. However, after approximately 10 years, I believe, your risk of developing cancer approaches that of a nonsmoker.
Are there other factors in that 10 year equation such as amount smoked, age quit, etc?
Originally posted by gull80
Unfortunately you may not be able to undo all of the damage. For example, I have seen many individuals who developed emphysema years after quitting. However, after approximately 10 years, I believe, your risk of developing cancer approaches that of a nonsmoker.
Are there other factors in that 10 year equation such as amount smoked, age quit, etc?
