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What is the probability of developing cancer if you have smoked for about 3 years?
9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Minimal: We don't know the exact risk, but we do know that by stopping smoking now your risk will decline over time. A smoking history of only 3 years likely only minimally increases your risk, if at all.
Answered 4/10/2014
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Statistics and: Probability were invented by gamblers. Dr scher gave you a reassuring answer. Smoking is highly addictive and increases probability of multiple cancers, as well as heart disease, lung disease. It is an incredibly stupid volitional act and complete without purpose. You should stop now.
Answered 2/20/2013
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