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I've been having problems with my breathing getting out breath .I packed up smoking it's been 4 years now I thought packing in smoking I would be better but no I'm worser. I had some x-rays . I had ct-scan .and a ecko of my heart found out my valve is thickening that's why I'm out of breath .told that if it gets any thicker I will need a valve transplant .I have occupation asthma.work related . Angina .you name it I have it I'm a walking time bomb .I take day by day . Thanks : A.J

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Hi AJ giving up smoking was a great thing to do but then problems do come to light. I just hope you are being well cared for medically and l do wish you well. Xx

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Thankyou

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Hi Alan and welcome, at least you have a positive attitude.keep posting so we know how you are. Take care 😊 xx Bernadette

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Fionafish

Hi AJ, like you I gave up smoking many years ago but the damage had already been done unfortunately. Good for you for giving up and take care :)

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Hello and welcome AJ

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