Not really: The tobacco doesn't directly affect the valve. And you dont' mention anything about coronary disease, which is unlikely given your age. But you are very young for heart surgery, and i would do everything you can - avoid tobacco, exercise routinely, and take your prescriptions religiously -- to avoid any further cardiac complications in your future.
Answered 11/24/2013
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Avoid: It would be best if you avoid exposure to secondhand smoking. Try to encourage the smokers around you to quit.
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Not really. : Second hand smoke contributes to many health problems like heart disease, lung disease, and cancer, whether or not you have had mitral surgery.
Answered 5/17/2014
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