I'm really concerned about the cigarette tar in my lungs. How long does it typically take for my body to flush it out? Are there any specific healthy diets or foods that could help speed up the process? I'm trying to make some positive changes and would appreciate any advice!

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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it around takes 2-3 years for lungs to remove these tars. Advised you should stop further smoking

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I'm really concerned about this chest pain I'm experiencing. I've been dealing with allergic bronchitis and phlegm buildup for about 2 years now. I've been using inhalers, and my chest X-ray looks fine, but I just can't figure out why my chest is still hurting. Could there be something I'm missing?

Budesonide 200 inhaler is advised sos for breathing difficulty.

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I was diagnosed with TB back in May 2019, finished treatment by March, but I've been feeling breathless again. The CT showed scars and calcification, and now, a year later, these issues have come back. Could this mean I'm developing Pulmonary Fibrosis?

they are post effects of tuberculosis which has led to pulmonary fibrosis

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I'm really worried because I've been having trouble breathing for the past three years. It seems like every time I take my medication, it gets better for a little while, but then I start having difficulty again after a few days. I've also tried using inhalers, but they don't seem to be helping. What should I do?

consult a pulmonologist

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