Understanding Smoking Cessation: Symptoms, Risks, and Health Checks
Examination, withdrawal symptoms? I have been smoking for over 8 years (almost 9 years), starting at the age of 13 and quitting for a year and a half. I read online that some people quit smoking without any withdrawal symptoms, but it could be a precursor to cancer. I would like ...
Dr. Liu Yanxing reply Smoking Cessation
Quitting smoking for a year and a half is quite an achievement; please continue. As for the lack of withdrawal symptoms and its relation to cancer, there's no need to worry too much. If you're still concerned, please schedule regular check-ups with a pulmonologist.[Read More] Understanding Smoking Cessation: Symptoms, Risks, and Health Checks
Understanding Lung Cancer Risks After Quitting Smoking: Your Questions Answered
Probability of Lung Cancer Hello, I would like to ask about my smoking history. I have been smoke-free for over a year now, and I had a smoking history of about 8 years (which would make me around 13 years old when I started). In the first 3 to 4 years, I smoked less than half a ...
Dr. Liu Yanxing reply Smoking Cessation
The earlier you quit smoking, the better it is for your lung and overall health. The human body has a self-healing ability. If you are still concerned, it is advisable to have regular chest X-rays and consult a pulmonologist.[Read More] Understanding Lung Cancer Risks After Quitting Smoking: Your Questions Answered
Struggling to Quit Smoking: Seeking Help in Taoyuan County
I want to quit smoking... but I haven't been successful? I have been trying to quit smoking, but I have never succeeded. Whenever I try to quit, I start feeling anxious, irritable, and unable to concentrate on tasks. I would like to ask if there are smoking cessation clinics...
Dr. Liu Yanxing reply Smoking Cessation
It is recommended to visit our hospital or the Taoyuan Rehabilitation Hospital's smoking cessation clinic for further evaluation of potential issues and treatment options.[Read More] Struggling to Quit Smoking: Seeking Help in Taoyuan County
Effective Smoking Cessation: Do Nicotine Patches Really Work?
Nicotine patch Hello Dr. Liu: I have been addicted to smoking for 9 years. Since I recently had a baby, I really want to quit smoking. I managed to quit for 10 months during my pregnancy, but after giving birth, I find it hard to resist the temptation of cigarettes when I see oth...
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Hello. You previously had a record of quitting smoking for 9 months. Now, with the addition of nicotine patches or gum and health education, you should have a great chance of success. Hospitals under the Department of Health offer smoking cessation clinics, and the government cov...[Read More] Effective Smoking Cessation: Do Nicotine Patches Really Work?