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2021-04-08 19:13:06
Hi docs, After 6 years of smoking I have quit smoking from last 9 months, is the tar in lungs cleared, if not how much time will it take, Will my lungs be ever back to that of a non smoker
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Needed detailed history, do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

Answered2021-04-09 01:54:32

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