Hong Kong actress Maggie Cheung's health is said to be deteriorating due to excessive smoking and has been allegedly spotted visiting a heart specialist in order to have a consult for her worsening respiratory illness.

According to media reports, Cheung was spotted visiting a clinic in Central, Hong Kong last Thursday, November 20. The actress is said to have been accompanied by her sister and a female friend. Media outlets now claim that the actress allegedly went through different check-up procedures including blood tests, cardiac ultrasound and electrocardiography.

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The 50-year old actress is said to have spent around two hours at the clinic before heading out with her two companions. After visiting the clinic, Cheung, her sister and her friend, were said to have gone to an alley in order to smoke.

Sporting a grey tank top, a hat, sunglasses and a scarf, Cheung allegedly appeared as if she lost some weight as claimed by the paparazzi who followed her on her trip to the clinic.

Cheung has been known to be a heavy smoker for more than 30 years now and she has been spotted smoking in various occasions already. According to Hong Kong media outlets, the actress, who has gained worldwide fame through endorsements and various public events overseas, could consume a whole pack of cigarettes within an hour back in the 90s.

Despite living an active lifestyle and being in constant check of her diet, Cheung allegedly did not have any thoughts or plans to quit smoking.

Due to this, the renowned actress allegedly suffers from a chronic case of bronchitis which often affects her during the cold seasons. An insider revealed that Cheung is suffering from shortness of breath and chest discomfort whenever seasons change.

Furthermore, the same source claimed that the actress breaks into cold sweat even if she has just walked a short distance. The insider also revealed that despite not knowing the results of her tests yet, her doctor advised her to quit smoking as soon as it is possible.

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