Friday, August 20, 2010

I used to smoke for about four years, will I get lung cancer

I used to smoke for about four years, will I get lung cancer?
I have heard of people getting lung cancer 10 years after they quit. Can I get tested to see if I could get it? Note: I don't smoke anymore.
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1 :
Yes
2 :
Well there's no way of telling i mean i heard some people smoke for a year or two and they get all sorts of problems, then other people smoke for 60 years and nothing. Best thing is to get plenty of rest to the body keep active and eat healthy food hopefully this will flush out all the bad crap that has gotten into your body from smoking And stay positive :)
3 :
It depends on genetics as well. Some people are more prone to having cancer because of smoking and some are less. It is a fact that smoking is a major contributor in most of the cancers. It does increase your chances of having cancer.
4 :
10 yrs after quitting your risk of lung cancer falls to about half that of a smoker. See your doctor if you have any special reason for concern.
5 :
It is possible. However, everybody is different. I think the way that you can prevent this from happening is by really taking care of yourself. My father is 67 years old and was a HUGE HEAVY SMOKER for about 20 years. He quit just before I was born because he deeply was caring and didnt want me to be around second hand smoke. He has never had any sort of lung problems. However, keep in mind that my dad has a very healthy diet. He takes supplements that are vitamins and minerals. I would suggest just looking for a good diet that works for you, including exercise. I would flush out your system with lots of water. Also I know somebody who helped his lung health by eating a tablespoon of Organic Honey every single day. I swear to you I have seen Honey be a miracle worker! Basically it is time to recharge your body and I doubt you will get lung cancer if you are on the right path. Congratulations for quitting!! I bet it was so hard, so props.
6 :
I certainly hope not.The effects of smoking will completely disappear after the period of one year.Congratulations on getting smoke free.

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