Effective Strategies and Aids for Quitting Smoking Fast
Smoking cessation How to quit smoking quickly? Are there smoking cessation aids available?
Dr. Chen Houliang Reply:
Smoking is a long-term behavioral habit that not only harms the smoker but also affects the health of others. Since it is a habit developed over time, quitting smoking can be challenging and requires persistence and determination to succeed. Currently, hospitals offer smoking ces...[Read More] Effective Strategies and Aids for Quitting Smoking Fast
Struggling to Quit Smoking: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
I want to quit smoking, but I can never maintain it for long? Hello Dr. Huang: I am 22 years old and have been smoking for 8 to 9 years (about 1 to 2 packs a day). Over this long period, I feel that my health has been deteriorating, and I find it difficult to concentrate without ...
Dr. Huang Mingde Reply:
It is recommended to consult with the Department of Pulmonary Medicine or Family Medicine at Taoyuan Hospital regarding the costs. In principle, National Health Insurance can be used, but there may be some out-of-pocket expenses for smoking cessation aids such as patches. As for ...[Read More] Struggling to Quit Smoking: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Are There Side Effects of Smoking Cessation Aids?
Does nicotine have side effects? Are there side effects associated with smoking cessation medications? Is it necessary to visit a smoking cessation clinic to obtain them, or can they be purchased over the counter?
Dr. Li Jiawen Reply:
Hello Ms. Liao: The side effects of Zyban may include dry mouth, insomnia, skin rash, tremors, and even seizures. However, these side effects are not very common. It is not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals with epilepsy, or those with brain dama...[Read More] Are There Side Effects of Smoking Cessation Aids?
Essential Smoking Cessation Tips for Lung Cancer Patients
How can lung cancer patients quit smoking? Dear Sir/Madam, My friend is a patient with lung cancer and congenital heart disease. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Do oncologists typically recommend smoking cessation for lung cancer patients? 2. Are there any speci...
Dr. Li Fuchun Reply:
Dear Dennis, 1. Smoking cessation is a health initiative strongly promoted by the National Health Bureau of the Department of Health. Therefore, all patients should be encouraged to quit smoking. Patients with lung cancer and congenital heart disease should be particularly motiv...[Read More] Essential Smoking Cessation Tips for Lung Cancer Patients