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Can Hookah Addiction Cause Palpitations And Anxiety?

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Posted on Tue, 16 Jun 2015
Question: Does hookah cause palpitation and anxiety. I stopped back in April 24. The anxiety is still in my brain and when will my brain be back to normal.
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Answered by Dr. Shoaib Khan (20 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes it can; few weeks- few months

Detailed Answer:
Hello sir and welcome.

Thank you for writing to us.

I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. Yes, hookah addiction has shown to cause multiple withdrawal symptoms in many individuals including symptoms like palpitations, irritation, anxiety, sleeplessness, etc.

It can take a few weeks, but can go up to 4-6 months for the anxiety and associates symptoms to completely disappear.

I hope this helps you. Please stay away from the hookah and all such habits for your better health. Please do not hesitate to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help.

Best wishes.
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Can Hookah Addiction Cause Palpitations And Anxiety?

Brief Answer: Yes it can; few weeks- few months Detailed Answer: Hello sir and welcome. Thank you for writing to us. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help. Yes, hookah addiction has shown to cause multiple withdrawal symptoms in many individuals including symptoms like palpitations, irritation, anxiety, sleeplessness, etc. It can take a few weeks, but can go up to 4-6 months for the anxiety and associates symptoms to completely disappear. I hope this helps you. Please stay away from the hookah and all such habits for your better health. Please do not hesitate to write back to me for any further clarifications, I am always here to help. Best wishes.