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I was born a smoker. i was around smoke my whole life and then became a smoker at 14. i am 54 now and i've been smoke free for over a year. one year ?

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Dr. Kenny Chuu answered

That's good!: Hi I'm not sure if your question got cut off, but if you have quit smoking for a year even having been a smoker your entire life, that's wonderful news! Congratulations and keep up the good work.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/1/2017

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A member asked:

I was born a smoker. i was around smoke my whole life and then became a smoker at 14. i am 54 now and i've been smoke free for over a year. one year ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kenny Chuu answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

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