If the smoker quits at the time of these early changes, the inner surface of the bronchi can return to normal. If the smoker continues to smoke, further damage can be expected. Smoking beyond this stage can cause the lung cells to form abnormal growth patterns that can eventually lead to lung cancer. The 5-year survival rate for patients diagnosed with lung cancer, regardless of the stage at diagnosis, is only 13 percent. Risks for lung cancer decrease gradually once a smoker stops the use of tobacco.
Life is hectic.
The kids need to be driven to their activities, things are getting busier than ever at work and your head is beginning to pound just thinking about it. Well, before stressing yourself out and setting yourself up for more serious physical, mental and emotional problems, try some relaxation techniques. A proper balance of diet, exercise and relaxation can keep stress at bay, or at the very least control it. Get up 15 minutes earlier in the morning. Morning mishaps will be less stressful.