About Stacey Lloyd Expertise I can answer questions regarding the most common lung diseases; however, I am most qualified to answer questions regarding tuberculosis.
Experience I have over ten years experience in healthcare and over six years in experience the pharmaceutical industry with a specialty in respiratory disease.
Education/Credentials M.S degree in the pharmaceutical sciences from Temple University School of Pharmacy
B.S. in Biology from Elizabethtown College
I smoked roughly a pack a day for 18 years, and am now 34 and suffering from a distinct burning in my lungs (is felt in the back, not the chest), and a a sharp, almost constant jabbing pain. Have had this pain for a couple of years, but it has grown increasingly worse. I also have a very difficult time breathing, and am excessively tired all the time. I quit smoking a couple of weeks ago, which is good. However, I am wondering if I might have lung cancer, or emphysema. Could the symptoms I'm exhibiting be indicative of anything other than these two diseases? Thank you,
Nicole
Answer Nicole,
Congratulations on quitting smoking! That's wonderful!
There's only one way to know for sure, and that's to see your doctor. Please don't put it off any longer. See your doctor immediately to have it checked out!
