AboutMichael Dean Expertise Can answer
General information on tobacco addiction, and resources for quitting.
Information on current cancer research and the health effects of tobacco.
The risk of smoking for lung cancer and other cancers, as well as SIDS, heart disease, and vision loss.
The best place to start is 1-800-QUIT-NOW
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Experience Cancer Researcher for over 20 years
Author of the book "Empty Cribs-The impact of smoking on child health" www.artsciencepub.com.
Author of over 200 scientific articles on cancer, genetics and human disease.
Multiple interviews in print, TV and radio media.
Organizations American Association for Cancer Research
American Association of Human Genetics
Publications Scientific journals (Science, Nature, NE Journal Medicine, etc.)
Scientific American, Discovery Medicine, Nature Reviews in Cancer
Education/Credentials PhD. in Biochemistry from Boston University School of Medicine
Awards and Honors Young Investigator award-American Association of Cancer Research
Expert: Michael Dean Date: 11/26/2007 Subject: Just Quit Smoking - Tickle In Lungs
Question I quit smoking about 2 months ago, and all of a sudden, I developed a chronic "tickle" in my chest/lungs. I don't have a cough or anything. Is this just the cilia growing back, and part of the healing process? It has been making me quite anxious. Thanks.
Answer Dear Erin,
That is great that you quit. Yes I believe the tickle is part of the healing process. You might try herbal teas, perhaps with lemon. You could also increase your exercise. Swimming is a great way to exercise the lungs and get moisture in there.
I wouldn't be anxious, and keep up the great work.
Michael Dean, Ph.D.
Author "Empty Cribs-The Impact of Smoking on Child Health"
http//www.artsciencepub.com
