Recovering from my 4th pneumothorax, pleurodesis, and blebectomy. Question about smoking.
Hello everyone. Back in 2024 I (16m, 6'7, and 152lbs, also diagnosed with Marfans syndrome) had 3 pneumos in my left lung within like 4 months. All have been spontaneous. The first time I was sent home with a pigtail chest tube because it was very minor. The second time was more major, I stayed in the hospital for longer, and received a traditional chest tube. I was eventually discharged, this time with no chest tube. After the second time the doctors recommended the pluridesis and blebectomy procedures but I didn't have it done for some reason. The third time happened not long after. I had both procedures and successfully recovered. My memory is fuzzy on all the details due to this being a while ago, so I apologize.
Now, just last Wednesday (May 27th) I had my first pneumo in my right lung. a 40% collapse. again, spontaneous. I had the same two procedures performed and recovered slowly but surely. I was released today.
So, I have been smoking weed all throughout the previously mentioned events, in between each pneumo id wait a week or so after getting home, before continuing to smoke again. From the end of 2024 till the 27th I had absolutely no issues in either lungs, smoking everyday.
Now, correct me if I am wrong, but I am under the influence that after the pluridesis, the likelihood of a future collapse is extremely slim. So my question is can I go back to smoking? I planned on waiting two weeks before starting again, but I'd love to hear what you all think. Again, id like to mention, despite major coughing fits and smoking more than sketchy disposable weed cartridges, none of these pneumos have been directly caused by smoking. That is the main reason why I figured id be safe to continue.
Just to clarify. 1: I am not ragebaiting, I am just young and dumb. 2: I am not looking to be lectured for my undergrad smoking.
Thank you in advance to anyone who replies!!! :D
also sorry if this is a tough read.