Question 1

how is the lining of the lung, windpipe affected by smoking?

Accepted Answer

Smoking: Long term smoking causes damage to ciliates epithelium of the trachea and bronchus. This in turn causes stagnant secretions, stimulating cough as well as infections. Nicotine can also cause damage to lung tissue causing cancers.

Question 2

i am smoking from last 3 year....can i measure it how it affected my lungs and other part? can it come in x-ray ?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Not likely enough smoking to be seen on xray or on standar pulmonary function testing, but the damage is likely there and accumulating with time.  Stop now while you are ahead.

Question 3

is smoking harmful to everyone's lungs?

Accepted Answer

COPD, cough, cancer: The smoke and hundreds of other constituents that make up cigarettes damage your airways, the lining of your airways, and can destroy the tiny air sacs (alveoli) that help you get oxygen in your body and co2 out. This leads to chronic bronchitis and emphysema (these two diseases are lumped under the category of copd).  Finally, smoking greatly increases your risk of lung cancer.

Question 4

is smoking a pipe considered bad for your lungs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Spray saline into your nostrils frequently to flush out allergens and irritants. You will get the best care in a long term relationship with a provider who knows you over time. Discuss this with that provider.

Question 5

why am i having pains in lungs from smoking too much pot?

Accepted Answer

Yup: Marijuana smoke contains bronchial irritants. Inhalation with marijuana is more prolonged & deeper than with tobacco.  Higher combustion temperatures are reached because it is smoked to a shorter butt.  This leads to a carboxyhemoglobin concentration that is 5 x ^ than tobacco. 3 x more tar is inhaled. Prolonged use of cannabis can lead to airway inflammation, wheezing & ^ in sputum production.

Question 6

what are some lung tests for smoking?

Accepted Answer

See below: Standard pulmonary function tests with co diffusion will tell you current lung function.  There is no test for future risk.

Question 7

is tobacco smoking harmful to the lungs?

Accepted Answer

Very: The lungs lose elasticity over time and smoking greatly speeds this. If you want to enjoy your old age, quit now if you possibly can. The risk of cancer is very real and cancer is even worse than most people have been told. Why make some filthy tobacco company ceo rich? You're smart enough to have found healthtap -- now take charge and do whatever you can to cut down or cease altogether.

Question 8

can lungs function after you quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Much better: Your lungs start to heal the day you quit smoking.  Your cough will improve or disappear over 4-6 months.  Black lungs can turn pink again in 3-5 years.  The sooner you quit smoking the greater the benefit.

Question 9

can my lungs clear up after i quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although you may have a mild increase in coughing and sputum production this is realtively short-term as your lungs grow-back their cilia and develop more normal lung physiology.   Much of the damage is reversible so it is never too late to quit.

Question 10

will smoking cause infections in your lungs?

Accepted Answer

Does increase risk: Smoking increases the risk of pneumonia (lung infection).  It also is a strong contributor to COPD (emphysema/chronic bronchitis) which increases the risk of serious complications of pneunonia.

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