My mom is the one diagnosed with ALS. She has been a smoker for the last 50 years. Her husband, the same. They both smoke in the house.
Does anyone have any stats on how smoking affects life expectancy in ALS patients? Just wondering if my mom will suffer respiratory problems more quickly because of years of smoking? I'm hoping this diagnosed will shut down the smoking altogether, but it may be an outlet that her husband needs. I'm sure he'll take it outside.
Thanks,
Carla
Does anyone have any stats on how smoking affects life expectancy in ALS patients? Just wondering if my mom will suffer respiratory problems more quickly because of years of smoking? I'm hoping this diagnosed will shut down the smoking altogether, but it may be an outlet that her husband needs. I'm sure he'll take it outside.
Thanks,
Carla