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A member asked:
I quit smoking 10 years ago, but was just diagnosed with copd. will my lungs get worse?
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No: Chewing tobacco is related to oral cancer - since it is not smoked/inhaled it doesnt increase the riskof develoing emphysema/copd.
Answered 10/7/2011
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Yes...: COPD is a slowly progressive disease that has no cure. So, over time, your condition will slowly get worse. There are treatments that will control symptoms, however, so see your doctor. Smoking cessation is important to slow disease progression so congrats on quitting! follow your doctor's treatment plan to control your symptoms!
Answered 9/28/2016
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