Wants To Quit Smoking. Feeling Depressed, Lost Appetite. What Can Be Done ?
Y is it that my cousin had been wanting to give up smoking for years, he decided after appendix & hernia op just over a week ago, he doesn't feel like a smoke, which is great but is feeling depressed & no doesn't want to eat either. also hot & cold Thanks Mary
These are the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal that he is experiencing. It is possible to experience depression, headache,nausea, fatigue, change in appetite, anxiety, difficulty concentrating. These symptoms normally stop after 2 to 3 weeks.
He may want to consider one of the nicotine replacement methods to decrease his symptoms.These come in different forms such as gum, lozenges, patches, sprays.
There are also different groups that may be able to help. His doctor may be able to refer him.
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Wants To Quit Smoking. Feeling Depressed, Lost Appetite. What Can Be Done ?
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic These are the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal that he is experiencing. It is possible to experience depression, headache,nausea, fatigue, change in appetite, anxiety, difficulty concentrating. These symptoms normally stop after 2 to 3 weeks. He may want to consider one of the nicotine replacement methods to decrease his symptoms.These come in different forms such as gum, lozenges, patches, sprays. There are also different groups that may be able to help. His doctor may be able to refer him. I hope this helps