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If I will stop smoking and will not smoke for almost a year do my lungs start operating/functioning like before. Please advise.
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Dr. K Vyrs exp
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Dear , if you stop smoking, immediately your lungs starts to get repaired. It is the process inbuilt in your body. Within 3 to 6 months, your lungs will be able to work properly. Within a year, your lung should have the full potential quit smoking. You can. Take care.
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