Question 1

i think my allergies have gotten worse since i quit smoking. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: I have come across some patients tell me this and there are some anecdotal cases of this happening. The only explanation that i can think of is that the the nicotine in cigarette smoke is a vasoconstrictor and keeps the congestion in the nasal passages at bay. When its effect wears off there may be some nasal congestion. I don't think this long lasting.

Question 2

i quit smoking 5 months ago! yay! are terrible allergies normal after doing this?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Congratulations on quitting smoking!  it is not known why people develop allergies, but it has not been linked to stopping smoking.  

A lung disease called hypersensitivity pneumonitis can have less acute breathing episodes in smokers, as smoke interferes with lung macrophage function, but these persons can have significant chronic breathing issues. 

Don't resume smoking; see an allergist!

Question 3

having bad chest pain on both sides of chest it hurts so bad i cry its under my breast i have asthma & just quit smoking(3 yrs) i have bad allergies?

Accepted Answer

Maybe but: I would consider other things 1st.& honestly if you are having such severe chest pain, which could be many things that are not serious..First go this am to your dr. To be checked just to be sure.When you call the office tell the secretary exactly what you said above & that you need  appointment today.If they say they have "none" today insist on speaking to office manager..If you have no dr go to er.

Question 4

since i quit smoking, i feel dazed and unable to concentrate. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Nicotine withdrawal starts within 12 hours, peaks in 48 hours andseems to take up to a few weeeks to  resolve.  These symptoms are normal when in this time frame.

Question 5

its been a year since i quit smoking cigarettes. after i quit i used to cough up black/brown phlegm but now it's a light brown greyish colour exactly a year later. i still smoke a little bit of weed. is it normal to still be coughing up brown phlegm?

Accepted Answer

: You are still smoking, exchanging tobacco for marijuana, and likely your lungs don't know the difference.  Would suggest stopping any inhaler process including vaping, engage in aerobic exercise, hydrate substantially, and give it time.  Likely will stabilize over a few months.  Time to plan avoidance of chronic pulmonary issues.

Question 6

dry or while transparent cough since past 6 weeks. had started when i quit smoking around 7 weeks back.it is normal or something serious.how recover?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal: Although it's not common, some people seem to cough more than usual soon after stopping smoking. Tobacco smoking slows the normal movement of microscopic hairs that line your lungs. When you stop smoking, these hairs/cilia become active again. When active, they help clear mucus from your lungs. It should improve on own. Drink lots of water. See doc if persists &gt;2 months. Good wishes:)

Question 7

is it normal after quit smoking pot to cough up black stuff ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Are you a regular cigarette smoker?  If your use of Marijuana was heavy, then your lungs may have some gunk to clean out.  If this goes on for more than a week or so, you may need your family doc to evaluate your lungs.

Question 8

if you quit smoking how long does it take for  the oxygen level in your blood to be normal?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Improvement happens quickly (1 hour) but if smoking has damaged your lungs with emphysema or COPD you may never regain totally normal blood oxygen.This not to say i don't want you to quit-every cig you don't smoke helps you!

Question 9

i just quit smoking 2 days ago and my lungs hurt is that normal? my lungs hurt on and off theoughout the day

Accepted Answer

Tobacco : Tobacco contains a number of toxins that paralyse the cilia (motile whiplike hairs) that remove debris, mucus and bacteria from our respiratory tract. When you stop smoking, the cilia become reactivated and are now working double time to try to remove all of the horrible junk that has collected.  Please ensure that you are drinking copious amounts to water. This way the secretions will be moister and easier for the cilia to move out. Take care.

Question 10

i have quit smoking for two weeks now after smoking 2-3 packs per week for 10 yrs. no withdrawl signs. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Not normal but good!: Usually w the pattern u describe it is very hard @ least for the first few days to weeks.  Even tho it is not usual, i would say 2 things.  1st, enjoy it,  because not having withdrawal symptoms is something to be grateful for.  2nd, be cautious - @ some point it may get harder.  Don't give in to the thought that "i can have just one because it's been easy, " or "i'm immune to addiction.".

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

I think my allergies have gotten worse since I quit smoking Is this normal

A member asked:

I think my allergies have gotten worse since i quit smoking. is this normal?

A member asked:

I quit smoking 5 months ago! yay! are terrible allergies normal after doing this?

A member asked:

Having bad chest pain on both sides of chest it hurts so bad i cry its under my breast i have asthma & just quit smoking(3 yrs) i have bad allergies?

A member asked:

Since i quit smoking, i feel dazed and unable to concentrate. is this normal?

A member asked:

Its been a year since i quit smoking cigarettes. after i quit i used to cough up black/brown phlegm but now it's a light brown greyish colour exactly a year later. i still smoke a little bit of weed. is it normal to still be coughing up brown phlegm?

A member asked:

Dry or while transparent cough since past 6 weeks. had started when i quit smoking around 7 weeks back.it is normal or something serious.how recover?

A member asked:

Is it normal after quit smoking pot to cough up black stuff ?

A member asked:

If you quit smoking how long does it take for the oxygen level in your blood to be normal?

A member asked:

I just quit smoking 2 days ago and my lungs hurt is that normal? my lungs hurt on and off theoughout the day

A member asked:

I have quit smoking for two weeks now after smoking 2-3 packs per week for 10 yrs. no withdrawl signs. is this normal?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?