... There is no way to "clean up" your lungs. They can go down into your lungs with a broncoscope and remove tumours and such, but to actually clean out the lungs? ... (5 replies)

... You are NOT alone! I understand your fears, I was there... but I would do this all over again if I had too.... ... (7 replies)

... Pleurectomy is the surgical procedure to remove the parietal pleura, the outermost lining around the lungs. ... (2 replies)

... life story just to see if it fits or helps anyone. Although this story is long if you read it you may have a lightbulb go off over your head if you case or life is similar....also if you have any ideas for me please post them. ... (5 replies)

... My thoughts and my prayers are with you and your Mom, my mother was on ventilator after lung ca, and she did pass in the hospital. In a way I'm glad as she didn't need to go to a nursing home. ... (1 replies)

... I am a runner and am in excellent physical condition but I always have the urge to clear my throat and cough sometimes after eating meals. ... (2 replies)