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Smoking, known as "chronic suicide," has long plagued people's lives. According to statistics, the number of smokers in China has exceeded 300 million, and the number of deaths caused by diseases caused by smoking is as high as 1 million every year. So, does quitting smoking really bring about the myth that the lungs return to normal? Next, we will look at this question from two aspects: knowledge expansion and dry advice.
1. Knowledge expansion.
1.Smoking is harmful to the lungs.
There's no doubt that smoking causes lung disease. Harmful substances such as nicotine, carbon monoxide and carcinogens in smoke can irritate the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract and lead to an inflammatory response. Long-term smoking can lead to fibrosis, decreased lung function and other lesions in the lungs, and even lung cancer.
2.Changes in the lungs after quitting smoking.
After quitting smoking, there are indeed a series of positive changes in the lungs. First, 12 hours after quitting smoking, the concentration of carbon monoxide in the blood decreases and the concentration of oxygen rises. After 24 hours of quitting smoking, nicotine metabolites disappear and the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract begin to repair. One month after quitting smoking, the ciliary function of the lungs gradually recovers, and the ability to clear the lungs increases. One year after quitting smoking, the risk of cardiovascular disease decreases.
3.Limitations of smoking cessation on pulmonary recovery.
While quitting smoking can bring about some positive changes in the lungs, it doesn't completely return to normal. Because lung lesions caused by smoking are irreversible, especially advanced lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. After quitting smoking, although lung function improves, the damage to lung tissue remains.
Second, dry goods suggestions.
1.Make a plan to quit smoking.
Quitting smoking is not an easy task, but having a reasonable quitting plan can increase the success rate. First of all, it is necessary to clarify the reasons for quitting smoking, such as for the sake of good health and reducing the burden on the family. Second, set goals for quitting smoking, such as reducing the amount of smoking in phases and setting a deadline for quitting. Finally, develop strategies to cope with withdrawal symptoms that may occur during the process of quitting smoking, such as distraction, moderate exercise, etc.
2.Seek help from a professional smoking cessation facility.
Smoking cessation facilities can provide professional guidance and support to help ex-smokers through difficult times in the process of quitting smoking. In addition, smoking cessation medications and nicotine replacement** have also increased the success rate of smoking cessation to some extent.
3.Create a good environment for quitting smoking.
When quitting smoking, the surrounding environment is crucial. Try to avoid contact with smokers, stay away from smoking places, and create a smoke-free environment. In addition, encouragement and support from family and friends is also key to success in quitting smoking.
4.Develop healthy lifestyle habits.
After quitting smoking, developing healthy lifestyle habits can help your lungs recover better. For example, increase outdoor exercise and enhance physical fitness; Maintain a good routine and get enough sleep; Eat a balanced diet and eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables to improve your body's immunity.
In conclusion, quitting smoking does bring about a series of positive changes in the lungs, but we cannot expect to quit smoking and return to normal completely. If you want to have healthy lungs, quitting smoking is the first step, and at the same time, you must also develop good lifestyle habits and strengthen exercise to truly realize the myth of lung health. Here, I hope that everyone can stay away from tobacco and embrace a healthy life.
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