Smoking cessation (colloquially quitting smoking ) is the process of discontinuing the practice of inhaling a smoked substance. This article focuses exclusively on cessation of tobacco smoking ; however, the methods described may apply to cessation of smoking other substances that can be difficult to stop using due to the development of strong physical substance dependence or psychological dependence (in more common parlance, addiction). Smoking cessation can be achieved with or without assistance from healthcare professionals or the use of medications. Methods that have been found to be effective include interventions directed at or via health care providers and health care systems; medications including nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) and varenicline ; individual and group counselling; and Web-based or stand-alone and computer programs. Although stopping smoking can cause short-term side effects such as reversible weight gain, smoking cessation services and activities are cost-effective because of the positive health benefits. In a growing number of countries, there are more ex-smokers than smokers. Early “failure” is a normal part of trying to stop, and more than one attempt at stopping smoking prior to longer-term success is common. NRT, other prescribed pharmaceuticals, and professional counselling or support also help many smokers. However, up to three-quarters of ex-smokers report having quit without assistance (“cold turkey” or cut down then quit), and cessation without professional support or medication may be the most common method used by ex-smokers.
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My husband aged 75 has been chewing Nicorette gum for about 18 years. He has just had a tumour removed from the colon .It spread to the Lymph nodes which were removed. He will begin Chemotherapy in about 3 weeks.
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For a few months now, I feel a pressure in my jaw. When I puff out my cheeks air (fluid?) moves around and pushes itself to that area and then there are all these little crackles of air. It makes noise that those sitting next to me can hear. I...
REALLY WANT TO QUIT. PLEASE HELP. I HAVE 2 KIDS & RESPONSIBILITIES ARE HUGE. 919 DAYS LIVING WILL BE TOO TOO MUCH SHORT FOR ME. I WANT TO LIVE A TOBACCO @ ALCOHOL FREE LIFE.... PLEASE SUGGEST.
44 year old male, smoker 23 years, drinker. Since 16 months sore throat left side near thyroid area. Graves disease at 22 years old, on synthroid since, post I 131. nexium for acid reflux, quit smoking for three months, reduced caffeine and...
my boyfriends 25 and a smoker. in the last week his been quiet worried as his heart has been beating much heavier than normal and he can't figure out why... can u suggest reasons this may b happening
Why do I have a large lump where I used a nicotine patch nearly 4 years ago? It has always been sensitive and has never got any smaller.
I quit smoking 5 months ago and have developed a cough - I had x-rays and they are clear and waiting for my lung function test results. Is this normal?
I smoked for 30 yrs and quit cold XXXXXXX 65 days ago I feel like crap. I can't think, Im confused, depressed, emotional,etc. I am usually very active and a sharp thinker. Now I find it hard to smile or even engage in a conversation. I need help...
Hi, Ive recently quit smoking-on a cessation program, doing well-down to 1-2 per day, im 46 , no priors no allergies (known) just had a yearly physical with blood/urine/stool sample,bp, all came out ok, I thought i had a sore throat with a cold,...
Hi, I am a 35-yr-old female, have been having episodes where I feel I can't take a full breath, even while yawning or sighing. I had PFT testing done and they said that my lung function was good for someone of my...
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Hello My name is John , I am 20 year old male , I am not a drinker , I eat healthy some what and i smoke a pack of smokes a day . My problem is i am with this girl now for 5 months and i have trouble getting it up sometimes , Like for example , When we are about to start it will be rock hard and then when i go to put it in. It will turn into a...
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Hi I smoked weed inn February and I still feel very high from it I quit but i still feel that high from that night how do i get rid of it and how do i get back to normal
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i just found out 4 weeks pregnant ,smoker,want to quit,tried for two day cold turkey,got so stressed dont think want baby,had cig realise i do want baby,got pins and needles in fingers when smoked as i gotten so stressed during cig cravings...help see baby as enemy for not being able to smoke
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im a smoker and im afraid if i quit that im gonna beat my wife. i saw it on that commercial they have on tv, unfortunatly i didnt see all the comercial but it made me really scared to quit. ive ben smoking 5 packs a day making sure i dont go ten minutes without smoking a single cigarete because im so afraid im gona beat my wife. and if your...
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wat is the min number of cigrates that can be smoked per day which does'nt cause too damage? wat is the min number of cigrates that can be smoked per day which does'nt cause too damage?
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i am 17 weeks pregnant and on opiates, i m afraid to tell my doctor because he might call cps or tell medicade. I tried quiting by myself but get real sick.what should i do?
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I have been chewing tobacco for nearly 20 years. I used to smoke also, however, I quit smoking 10 years ago. I have had trouble breathing through my nose for I don t know how long now and was curious if chew has anything to do with it. Also, I have had rhinoplasty twice. The first time was to correct a deviated septum and he also cut back my...
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what's the positive smoker means?
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I am a chain smoker how to denie tis bad habit ?
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sometimes it is 155/ 101 just depends if im having a stressful day. I have stressful days often could this be the problem? i forgot to mention i am 27 im not on medication at the moment and am trying to lose weight. i weigh 15 stone i do not smoke nor drink alchohol. i do not smoke nor drink alcohol .
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