Changes Of Cancer From Smoking- 243 Questions Answered

If I quit smoking suddenly after 22 yrs of non stop chain smoking, can it trigger any kind of cancer cell growth?

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I'm 23 years old, I smoked for 4 years on an average of 2 cigerate per day now I quit smoking Can Cancer infect me or not?? How can I clean my lungs ?? To reduce nicotine in my lungs Pls guide me

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Dr. Shubham Jain Surgical Oncologist | Delhi

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At your age, the amount of smoking history that you give, would not predispose you to cancer. But QUIT SMOKING. Consult for any further query. ... Read More

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My fiance has excessive mouth bleeding due to excessive smoking. Doctors said its cancer and too late in advanced stage.Please help

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Dr. Anita Malik Oncologist | Delhi

Can you send all details biopsy , scan CT / mri/ pet. What ever is available. ... Read More

Smoking for one month can it cause cancer only if a person smokes for one month??i have slight pain or strain near throat so what symtom it is. I can eat properly no head pain nothing but have fear of cancer.

Asked for Male, 17 Years 1109 Views v

Dr. Palaniappan Ramanathan Oncologist | Bangalore

Smoking causes cancer. Risk of cancer depends on the number of cigarette /bidi/cigar/ others consumed per day, duration used, mode of use, individual s immunity and genes. Symptoms will improve if qui ... Read More

I tried smoking today as experiment . I won't be doing that in future. I just wanted to know the odds of getting cancer from this one time event.

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Dr. Sumeet Aggarwal Radiation Oncologist | Hisar

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I smoke not more than 2 cigarettes per day. What are my chances of having lung cancer right now? And what are the tests i can go through to check that? Please help

Asked for Female, 28 Years 255 Views v

Dr. Boobala Aravinthan Pulmonologist | Chennai

Quit smoke now itself...no need of any intervention unless otherwise if u don't have any symptom ... Read More

I smoke about 3 to 4 cigrattes a day. i also do experience dry throat at times. am i at risk of cancer.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 198 Views v

Dr. Mukul Roy Radiation Oncologist | Mumbai

Smoking causes cancer...its an established cause. Please quit. ... Read More

I have been smoking 1-2 cigarette in a day and that too for last 2-3 months. Can smoking 1-2 cigarette in a day and that too for for 2-3 months may also cause throat cancer? Or it happens to those who have been smoking for long.

Asked for Male, 29 Years 330 Views v

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil Allergist/Immunologist | Bangalore

If you have a genetic susceptibility, even 1-2 cigarettes/day are enough to cause cancer! ... Read More

SIR I WOULD LIKE TO STOP SMOKING SO PLEASE KINDLY ADVICE. I HAVE BEING SMOKING FOR LAST TWENTY YEARS.

Asked for Male, 46 Years 840 Views v

Dr. Rohan Jaju Urologist | Mumbai

Consult an addiction relieving centre for further assistance.. ... Read More

I have smoking habit for 1 year but from january i quit from smoking. Still now i am coughing daily. Is it sign for cancer?

Asked for Male, 27 Years 549 Views v

Dr. Sushma Shah General Physician | Vadodara

HELLO, NO, IT'S AFTER EFFECTS OF SMOKING . ADV ABSOLUTE EOSINOPHIL COUNT TILL THAN, TAB AZEE500 ONE PER DAY FOR FIVE DAYS. TAB MONTUK 10 MG ONE AT NIGHT FOR TEN DAYS. SYR AMBRODIL PLUS 10 ML THREE T ... Read More

Every symptomps am having , my mind is trying to relate with cancer symptoms, please help, 4 months I did Chest Xray, CT KUB, USG , everything is normal, please help me.Currently am having fear of lung cancer, I have left smoking 11 months back, doing regular exercise with a healthy diet.

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Ms. Simran Rani Psychologist | Hyderabad

It is completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and scared when your mind constantly links everyday physical sensations to serious illnesses like cancer, especially after going through the stress ... Read More

Every symptomps am having , my mind is trying to relate with cancer symptoms, please help, 4 months I did Chest Xray, CT KUB, USG , everything is normal, please help me.Currently am having fear of lung cancer, I have left smoking 11 months back, doing regular exercise with a healthy diet.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 133 Views v

Dr. A Amin Homeopath Homoeopath | Kolkata

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Feel conflicted about smoking. I don’t think I’m actually enjoying the smoking itself anymore, or at least not getting much satisfaction from it, but I still feel a strong urge to continue the activity. It feels more like I’m attached to the act, routine, or compulsion of smoking rather than the pleasure from it. Currently i smoke like 10 mint cig

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Shailaja Bandla Psychiatrist | Vijayawada

Hi, yes you can stop smoking with help of medicines and therapy. Consult online for treatment ... Read More

Will I get cancer if I stop today after smoking 12 cigarettes/day from 3 months? I am worried? Please clarify will I get cancer from this?

Asked for Male, 21 Years 62 Views v

Dr. Amruth Sindhu Pulmonologist | Bangalore

Hi. I understand your concern. Please do a in clinic visit for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ... Read More

I tried very hard to quit smoking cigarettes, but I couldn't. I have been smoking for a few years and I really want to quit smoking.

Asked for Male, 25 Years 43 Views v

Dr. Atul Kumar General Physician | Sitamarhi

Kindly connect with me will help you. ... Read More

I have tried everything but my old smoking habit is not going away. How can I quit smoking? Please help me

Asked for Male, 25 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Practitioner | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

I've been having cancer symptoms,i have been smoking since 2023 oct please tell me the test to check

Asked for Male, 14 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Kishore Chandra Korada Oncologist | Hyderabad

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Hi, please tell in detail what symptoms do u have. Then only we can guide you ... Read More

What tests should i get done to know if i have cancer or not I'm 14 years o I'm smoking from 2023 oct

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Dr. Shubham Jain Surgical Oncologist | Delhi

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There are no recommended tests at your age to look for cancer. However, I would strongly urge you to abstain from smoking. ... Read More

Hi I'm Jude 18 years old , I have been smoking since June 2023 to may . However I only smoked 4 cigarettes daily and took a 2 month gap from smoking so I only smoked for 10 months. However I've noticed a reddish lesion on the upper layer of my lower lip which is a burning sensation from last week and it's slightly painful from the day before yester

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Asked for Male, 18 Years 129 Views v

Dr. Sujay Rainchwar Oncologist | Mumbai

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Currently I am on a minimum of one packet of ciggerates per day.I want to know the correct use of nicotex 2mg as I want to change my smoking habit.

Asked for Male, 20 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma General Physician | Gurgaon

- [x] According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - - [ ] Please take consultation for better evaluation ... Read More

Can i have throat cancer at age of 23 due to smoking because from some times i feel tightness infront of right side of neck.somebody suggest me what can i do?

Asked for Male, 22 Years 426 Views v

Dr. Sidra Khan Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT) Specialist | Indore

You should get yourself evaluated and get an endoscopy of the throat done. Smoking should be stopped immediately. ... Read More

My brother is chain smoker and he is diagnosed with skin cancer. Please suggest how to leave smoking permanently and how can skin cancer get healed by itself without getting treated.

Asked for Male, 48 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Which doctor should i consult to quit smoking and control the smoking cessations and deal with withdrawal symptoms?

Asked for Male, 33 Years 225 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

Need few more details Kindly consult ... Read More

Is smoking one cigarette daily harmful ?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 580 Views v

Dr. Najeeb T General Practitioner | Malappuram

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Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation. Please keep in mi ... Read More

Can smoking cigarettes for 2 months can cause mouth cancer? Can you please reply, I have smoked cigarettes continuously for 2-3 months and having mouth ulcers can it be cancer??

Asked for Male, 27 Years 434 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

I am pregnant which I got to know very recently. I have been smoking before I got to know this. Will that lead to a miscarriage?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 156 Views v

Dr. Vijaya Gupta Gynecologist | Chandigarh

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Is this cancer i m scared its been 7 days this do not go away very very painfull what should i do is this cancer or not???

Asked for Female, 27 Years 3612 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Please visit a surgeon locally ... Read More

Hi i have stopped smoking since 2 months and i feel sore throat and in the morning my voice is different and rest of the the it's normal.And how long does it take for any cancer to develop.I was smoking sing 1-1.5years and now i have completely stopped smoking.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 308 Views v

Dr. Krishna Kumar.P Radiation Oncologist | Chennai

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Stopping smoking is good. Sore throat may be due infections. ... Read More

I want to quit smokin. I tried my best but i couldn't able to quit it.so kindly help me to quit smoking and lead me a happy life.

Asked for Male, 23 Years 107 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta Pawar General Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Should I quit smoking in 1 go or should I taper it. If tapering is the way then how?...-...-...-...-

Asked for Male, 21 Years 203 Views v

Dr. Khushboo General Physician | New Delhi

It depends on person and your will . First try and see how it goes . Can use gums ... Read More

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Changes of cancer from smoking

If I quit smoking suddenly after 22 yrs of non stop chain smoking, can it trigger any kind of cancer cell growth?

I'm 23 years old, I smoked for 4 years on an average of 2 cigerate per day now I quit smoking Can Cancer infect me or not?? How can I clean my lungs ?? To reduce nicotine in my lungs Pls guide me

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My fiance has excessive mouth bleeding due to excessive smoking. Doctors said its cancer and too late in advanced stage.Please help

Smoking for one month can it cause cancer only if a person smokes for one month??i have slight pain or strain near throat so what symtom it is. I can eat properly no head pain nothing but have fear of cancer.

I tried smoking today as experiment . I won't be doing that in future. I just wanted to know the odds of getting cancer from this one time event.

I smoke not more than 2 cigarettes per day. What are my chances of having lung cancer right now? And what are the tests i can go through to check that? Please help

I smoke about 3 to 4 cigrattes a day. i also do experience dry throat at times. am i at risk of cancer.

I have been smoking 1-2 cigarette in a day and that too for last 2-3 months. Can smoking 1-2 cigarette in a day and that too for for 2-3 months may also cause throat cancer? Or it happens to those who have been smoking for long.

SIR I WOULD LIKE TO STOP SMOKING SO PLEASE KINDLY ADVICE. I HAVE BEING SMOKING FOR LAST TWENTY YEARS.

I have smoking habit for 1 year but from january i quit from smoking. Still now i am coughing daily. Is it sign for cancer?

Every symptomps am having , my mind is trying to relate with cancer symptoms, please help, 4 months I did Chest Xray, CT KUB, USG , everything is normal, please help me.Currently am having fear of lung cancer, I have left smoking 11 months back, doing regular exercise with a healthy diet.

Every symptomps am having , my mind is trying to relate with cancer symptoms, please help, 4 months I did Chest Xray, CT KUB, USG , everything is normal, please help me.Currently am having fear of lung cancer, I have left smoking 11 months back, doing regular exercise with a healthy diet.

Will I get cancer if I stop today after smoking 12 cigarettes/day from 3 months? I am worried? Please clarify will I get cancer from this?

I tried very hard to quit smoking cigarettes, but I couldn't. I have been smoking for a few years and I really want to quit smoking.

I have tried everything but my old smoking habit is not going away. How can I quit smoking? Please help me

I've been having cancer symptoms,i have been smoking since 2023 oct please tell me the test to check

What tests should i get done to know if i have cancer or not I'm 14 years o I'm smoking from 2023 oct

Currently I am on a minimum of one packet of ciggerates per day.I want to know the correct use of nicotex 2mg as I want to change my smoking habit.

Can i have throat cancer at age of 23 due to smoking because from some times i feel tightness infront of right side of neck.somebody suggest me what can i do?

My brother is chain smoker and he is diagnosed with skin cancer. Please suggest how to leave smoking permanently and how can skin cancer get healed by itself without getting treated.

Which doctor should i consult to quit smoking and control the smoking cessations and deal with withdrawal symptoms?

Is smoking one cigarette daily harmful ?

Can smoking cigarettes for 2 months can cause mouth cancer? Can you please reply, I have smoked cigarettes continuously for 2-3 months and having mouth ulcers can it be cancer??

I am pregnant which I got to know very recently. I have been smoking before I got to know this. Will that lead to a miscarriage?

Is this cancer i m scared its been 7 days this do not go away very very painfull what should i do is this cancer or not???

Hi i have stopped smoking since 2 months and i feel sore throat and in the morning my voice is different and rest of the the it's normal.And how long does it take for any cancer to develop.I was smoking sing 1-1.5years and now i have completely stopped smoking.

I want to quit smokin. I tried my best but i couldn't able to quit it.so kindly help me to quit smoking and lead me a happy life.

Should I quit smoking in 1 go or should I taper it. If tapering is the way then how?...-...-...-...-

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