smokers lungs

AKaeTrue · Feb 19, 2008, 09:20 AM

I've read that once you have a disease caused by cigarette smoke, lungs do not heal.
However, I'm reading contradicting stuff about whether or not lungs repair itself when there is no disease.
I saw a pic of a smokers lungs and it mortified me to the point I threw my cigarettes away and
have not smoked since, but I'm very anxious and nervous about some of the stuff I'm reading.
I was wondering if anyone had accurate information or could suggest a site that they know for a fact is accurate for me to read.
Thank you,
Kae

Allheart · Feb 20, 2008, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by shygrneyzs

I have a good friend who is dying of cancer and she is not giving up smoking. Says it is her last pleasure in life - she gave up everything else. The only way I can relate to that is if my doctor told me to give up coffee. Which he has, by the way. Am trying though - have made it to only two cups a day. My goal is to be coffee free by May 1st. ACK!

To anyone who struggles with smoking cessation, you have my best thoughts for your success.

Hi sweet Shy

Why do you have to give up caffeine??

shygrneyzs · Feb 20, 2008, 07:58 AM

High blood pressure, Allheart. I gave up chocolate and soda without too much problem but coffee is my last hold out. Each day gets better.



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