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| Quit smoking now scared of lung disease. | 11/17/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Used to smoke 6-7 a day 4 about 11-12 yrs. Recently i was diagnosed with costochondritis after a ...
A: I think your doctors are doing the right thing. To completely rule out cancer they would order a ...
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| Smoking | 11/17/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Ive quit 39 days back after 6 years of smoking. I was a 3-4 cigarettes a day put it was getting to ...
A: Don't get discouraged, often people take many tries to quit finally. There are of course many ...
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| Quit smoking now scared of lung disease. | 11/15/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Used to smoke 6-7 a day 4 about 11-12 yrs. Recently i was diagnosed with costochondritis after a ...
A: Your risk of lung cancer at 29 after a low level of smoking is extremely small, especially if 2 ...
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| skin to skin contact with a smoker | 10/27/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Can a person who smokes harm an infant by skin to skin or clothing to skin contact. This person ...
A: Kate, This is a controversial area. This is known as 3rd hand smoke. It is clear that some amounts ...
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| trouble sleeping an effect of quitting smoking? | 10/22/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Dean, It seems since I quit smoking I have had alot of trouble falling asleep. Is this an effect of ...
A: Temporary insomnia can be a side effect of quitting smoking. How long since you quit? Did you use ...
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| Smoker cough | 10/17/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I don't consider myself and avid smoker. I've only done it for a year and a half and only until ...
A: If the cough is due to smoking, which is likely, it should go away in a few weeks of quitting. Or ...
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| nicorette gum side effects | 10/7/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: im currently 40yrs age, I've been on the nicorette gum on & off for approx 10 yrs in total, its ...
A: Unfortunately there is little data on the long term effects of the gum. Nicotine itself is very ...
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| How long does chest congestion last after quitting? | 9/20/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I quit smoking about 3 months ago, except having one about a month ago. I had been wanting to quit ...
A: Leonard, First congratulations on quitting. If you have been smoking for a long time, it does ...
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| smoking and heartburn | 9/3/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I have quit smoking now for 7 weeks. I have not used the patch or any nicotine gum. I actually had ...
A: I am glad to hear that the Chantix worked so well for you. That is great that you were able to go ...
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| Does cold laser therapy really help you to kick the smoking habbit for good? | 9/2/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I have tried nicatine patches and they don't work because I get weak when my friends smoke around ...
A: Cold laser therapy is in the category of alternative therapies that have not been rigorously ...
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| smoking and heartburn | 9/2/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I have quit smoking now for 7 weeks. I have not used the patch or any nicotine gum. I actually had ...
A: First congratulations on quitting! That is great! I have heard of a few people getting heartburn ...
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| quitting smoking | 8/30/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: well, today is day 10 since my quit and the urdge to smoke is pretty much constant; granted not as ...
A: Yes addiction is a complicated thing. And I am no expert. Definitely let me know how the ...
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| quitting smoking | 8/28/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: well, today is day 10 since my quit and the urdge to smoke is pretty much constant; granted not as ...
A: Ian, Glad to hear you are hanging in there. If DQ does it for you, go for it!! Nicotine stimulates ...
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| Smoking | 8/27/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Ive quit 39 days back after 6 years of smoking. I was a 3-4 cigarettes a day put it was getting to ...
A: Raj, Those are good steps for recovery. You are right a bit of weight is no worry, and staying away ...
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| quitting smoking | 8/25/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Michael, am 55 yr old man with very long smoking history who is trying to quit...hopefully with ...
A: Ian, There are 2 parts to the addiction. The physical effects of nicotine (actually the smaller ...
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| quitting smoking | 8/25/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Michael, am 55 yr old man with very long smoking history who is trying to quit...hopefully with ...
A: Ian, Yes that is a long history of lung abuse. But the body has amazing ability to recuperate. The ...
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| brain chemicals and quitting | 8/24/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I quit smoking a month ago Tuesday. I went cold turkey (with the help of a hypnotist) and have had ...
A: Please don't start again. Things will get better. It is true that some people with addiction may ...
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| quitting smoking | 8/23/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Michael, am 55 yr old man with very long smoking history who is trying to quit...hopefully with ...
A: It is great that you are trying to quit. Different people have different levels of addiction. It ...
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| Chest Pain | 8/21/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I had been smoking for 10 years, five of those a pack a day. Recently I have not smoked for 2 weeks ...
A: Paul, It is great that you have given up cigarettes. Since the doctor has examined you, I agree ...
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| Coughing and Smoking | 8/11/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Today is my day to finally quit smoking and I'm looking forward to cleaning out my body. I have been ...
A: That is great that you are quitting. Are you using any medications or aids? It is never too late, ...
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| After Quitting | 7/30/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I am a 23 year old female. I recently quit smoking (I have been a smoker for 8 years). I have been ...
A: Congrats on quitting. That is fantastic. You sound very determined to stay quit, and that is the ...
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| What to expect after Chantix | 7/27/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I was a pack a day smoker for 35 years and tried everything in the book. Chantix has been my biggest ...
A: That is fantastic that you have succeeded. Are you on the 12 month Chantix program? The physical ...
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| Smoke test | 7/24/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: my company enforce a new policy where they do not employ smokers no more. by Nov 22nd we all need to ...
A: I am not sure how they will check. There is a blood test for nicotine levels. If you have not smoked ...
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| smoking | 7/24/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: My dad smokes and every time i tell him to quit he says he doesnt want to. ive tried to reason with ...
A: I am afraid that the smoker has to want to quit, before any success is possible. You cannot give the ...
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| chest pain after quiting smoking | 7/20/2008 | Mr. Sharma ( www.TransformlifeStyle.com ) |
Q: I'm a 28 yr old male, I stopped smoking a few months ago but after that ive been getting left side ...
A: Joel, I think by the time you read my answer your chest is feeling fine. After quiting your chest ...
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| smoking | 7/15/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: He is now experiencing issues with circulation in his legs that the doctors relate directly with his ...
A: Unfortunately the first requirement for quitting is a desire to quit. I'd suggest you read and give ...
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| chewing tobacco | 6/20/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I recently found out that my boyfriend does chewing tobacco. He had been hiding it from me for ...
A: Tobacco, actually the nicotine in tobacco, is a mild stimulant. You could get him some nicotine gum ...
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| Smoking | 6/4/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I was hoping to feel GREAT early on, but still suffer from lack of energy...is this part of the ...
A: Congratulations for quitting. That is great. 10 months is a long time to feel lethargic, I'd say. ...
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| the effects of very occasional smoking | 5/29/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Dean, I am the father of a young man about to turn 20 years old. I've raised him less with ...
A: Andrew, Each person is different, and we are finding that nicotine addiction is different in ...
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| the effects of very occasional smoking | 5/29/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Dean, I am the father of a young man about to turn 20 years old. I've raised him less with ...
A: It is great that you have such good communication with your son. In general, I agree that moderation ...
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| smoking bans | 5/28/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I'm not sure if you can answer this or not, but can you tell me where online I can find a list of ...
A: Great question. Good old Wiki has the answer. ...
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| Side Affects?? | 5/24/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I recently quit smoking and this Tuesday coming will be 3-weeks. Now I have smoked for about 15-17 ...
A: That is great that you have quit after so many years. Coming off surgery is a great time. The ...
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| New life side effects | 5/14/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I have been a smoker for about 5 years, I'm 27 now and actually on my 4th week free of ...
A: Congrats on quitting. That is fantastic. You sound very determined to stay quit, and that is the ...
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| nicotine gum | 5/8/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Dean, My husband chews 5 pieces of 2mg nicotine gum a day. He has been doing this for many years. ...
A: That is great that he quit. Interestingly nicotine is really pretty harmless, so there is no reason ...
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| Shortness of Breath | 5/6/2008 | Mr. Sharma ( www.TransformlifeStyle.com ) |
Q: I smoked a pack a day for over 30 years. I went 6 weeks ago and got laser done and I stopped smoking ...
A: It's good you took a step to improve your life, you will feel much better and healthier as you are ...
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| Dangers of second-hand smoke | 5/1/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: Just recently, I moved in with my aunt and uncle to be closer to where I work. My uncle is a devoted ...
A: The Surgeon general's studies have shown that second hand smoke is dangerous. There studies also ...
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| Quitting Smoking | 4/18/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I quit smoking a month and a half back. That time I misunderstood the withdrawal symptoms to be ...
A: That is wnderful that you have quit. I am sorry to hear that you have had so much trouble. I think ...
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| Skoal | 4/14/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I know all the worries, all the bad things that smokeless tobacco brings. I just want some advice ...
A: I am glad that you wrote, and happy to help. You are right to be concerned. People your age have ...
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| Nicotine withdrawals | 4/8/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: I quit smoking 6 months ago cold turkey after 27yrs smoking is been very rough for me with the ...
A: That is fantastic that you quit and are determined to stay that way. The actual physical symptoms of ...
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| Lungs | 3/26/2008 | Michael Dean |
Q: How much will my lungs heal if i quit smoking? I heard that the liver is the only organ that will ...
A: Eric, Your lungs will start healing immediately, as will your heart. There can be irreversible lung ...
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