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Is it true that smoking and running impact your arteries/lungs in opposite ways so one must not immediately follow the other?what time gap is ok?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

You are here because: You care about your health. Find a way to stop smoking. Ask your doctor about different options. Wishing you willpower and perseverance!

Dr Hines agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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