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Withdrawal symptoms of smoking
I have quit smoking from last three days .....now I have severe headche , soar throat , running nose , increased body temperature .....is these thing normal or should I consult further . I used to smoke 10 cig in a day fro last 8 years . And please tell me how long it will take to be perfect I mean to get rid of all these symptoms.
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Dr. Anan Jaiswal
General Physician
11 yrs exp
North Goa
Hi the symptoms you are mentioning are due to withdrawal of nicotine which is a component of cigarette tobacco . Other symptoms you may get
Craving.
Anxiety.
Restlessness.
Headaches.
Irritability.
Hunger.
Difficulty concentrating.
Dizziness.
Constipation.
Support and advice is available.
You might also require some medications for your sore throat
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Consult your doctor if the symptoms are increasing as the treatment for withdrawal can be between 8-12 weeks or can arrange for chat.
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Dr. Mukesh Budhwani
Internal Medicine
20 yrs exp
Pune
Hello , as you were smoking 10 cigs / day , your immunity is reduced ...you need some medicines for throat issues and some medications to take for 3 months which will help to increase your energy , immunity and will help to reduce your smoking urge .
Let’s chat and will advise medications accordingly and diet changes
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