A member asked:

35 y/o/female smoked 17.5 yrs (8.75 pck yrs), quit @ times- spirometry ok-quit 4 good @ 35 y/o. is this very high risk for copd or lung ca later on?

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No: Congratulations on quitting. It is difficult to do but probably one of the best decisions you will ever make. While 8.75 pack years isn't as good as 0 pack years, you would not be considered 'high risk' for lung cancer. Again, congratulations on quitting.

Answered 5/29/2013

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Dr. Loki Skylizard answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Not exactly...: Congratulations! there are numerous benefits to quitting tobacco and never too late. This link may help you and others appreciate the benefits of ending tobacco use: http://goo.Gl/vd4ue always work closely with your family physician to maximize your overall health.

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