2006-12-01 00:07:33 · 17 answers · asked by heirflick 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
The actual withdrawal symptoms from nicotine are minimal. This could be your lungs stretching and taking in more 'clean' air than usual.
Always get checked out by a doctor if you have any concerns, don't rely on unqualified answers from people on the internet.
2006-12-01 00:09:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I gave up smoking 2 weeks ago and have the same symptoms, apparently this is common, along with a lot of other stuff! i kept losing my voice, its quiet common to get a chest infection so if you are really worried get it checked out and get some anti-biotics, i have been told it takes a few months for all the symptoms associated with giving up smoking to disappear, so dont despair, you are doing good, congratulations!!
2006-12-03 12:43:13 · answer #2 · answered by carol g 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CONGRATULATIONS!! Well done on quitting smoking. And the chest twinch is because the 'gunk' is leaving your lungs, it will only last a few days but if you're worried see your doctor. WHATEVER you do, Don't use it as an excuse to smoke again. You've done well to last a week, and the hardest part is all but over!
2006-12-01 08:11:42 · answer #3 · answered by aziz m 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's probably the extra weight of your wallet now holding all the money you've saved through giving up that disgusting, foul unhealthy habit!!
If you really have given up - hold on, you'll be glad you did when you are older. You see, the only 'old boys' who have died from my year at school (we have a reunion once a year) were all smokers who started when they were very young (idiots!) - 3 from heart/circulation problems, two from cancer. It just isn't worth it; and think of all the money you'll save - or at least wont spend in such a stupid way. Good luck anyway, with your efforts.
2006-12-01 08:26:57 · answer #4 · answered by avian 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
firstly well done for giving up. keep it up it is the best thing you can do for your health at the moment. i gave up 18 months ago and now feel really well. on the question in hand, this can happen as your lungs are preparing to eliminate all the crap you've put in there. it should subside after a little while. if you are really worried just see a doctor who will be able to examine you and see if everything is ok.
2006-12-03 09:53:34 · answer #5 · answered by jennifer f 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I recently gave up smoking as well.:) I just went to the doctor today for chest pain and congestion. I have bronchitis. It can be caused by quitting smoking, your lungs are trying to clean them selves out.. but if it persists i would see a doctor. i am not qualified to diagnose you by any means.:) these are just my personal circumstances. :) good luck!
2006-12-01 17:05:08 · answer #6 · answered by ila_storie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your lungs been trying to clear themselves by making you cough? That can make your chest hurt. Also it that time of year for respiratory disease, watch for fever, aches. If it does not improve over the next week or 2, call your dr.
2006-12-01 10:54:06 · answer #7 · answered by mcphillipsrn 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with your doc but as it may be a chest infection could just be your body getting used to you not smoking
2006-12-01 08:15:56 · answer #8 · answered by JULIE S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I gave up smoking 5 months ago and I suffered every ailment from sore lungs, flu, sore chest, nightmares.It takes about 2 months before getting back to normal. Dont give up.I'm so proud of myself and have over 800euro saved. Good luck!!
2006-12-01 08:10:41 · answer #9 · answered by mary10 1 · 5⤊ 1⤋
There is a virus chest infection doing the rounds. Non-smokers get it just as bad.
It is made worse by drinking alcohol.
2006-12-01 08:16:22 · answer #10 · answered by Perseus 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋