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Does shortness of breath go away after quitting smoking?

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Smoking : If severe irreversible lung damage hasn't been caused by the smoking, then shortness of breath may improve with quitting smoking.

Dr Chuu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/27/2020

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