Question 1

quit smoking jan3 2014 .now i have major anziety problems and bad joint pain.

Accepted Answer

Not related: The joint pain is not related to smoking cessation, but the anxiety may be.  Do not give in to the temptation to resume smoking.  See your Dr to discuss anxiety issues, and diagnostics for the joint pain

Question 2

is it normal to get joint pain in your fingers after you quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Most likely not.....: No, not at age 16.

Joints have very poor blood supply, and smoking does cause vascular/blood issues, but at your young age, it is mostly a non-smoking associated arthritis.

Question 3

can women quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Women and smoking: Quitting is no easy task, male or female.  Try to taper your use.  If you have withdrawal symptoms or craving, nicotine puffers or gum can help reduce this.  Patches without the use of cigarettes can help you slowly come off.  If the craving are still two strong, medications such as Chantix and wellbutrin (bupropion) can also help.  The american lung association can give you support and information.

Question 4

how can i best quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Smoking is one: of the most difficult addictions to kick.   In one study the relapse rate was exactly the same as those found in heroin users trying to quit.   While the patch and other nicotine replacement strategies have been found to be helpful, quitting involves changing the associations to smoking, which is behavioral.   This takes longer than just cleaning out the body.  Smoke-enders used to have a great pr

Question 5

will i grow if i quit smoking?

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Growth: Depends on your age and gender.  You will undoubtedly be healthier if yor stop smoking and please do this for yourself.

Question 6

how do i quit smoking successfully?

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Quitting smoking.: Cold turkey is the best way, but nicotine or cigarette tapering are viable options as well.  For cold turkey, pick a quit day in advance, prepare for it, and go for it.  http://www.amazon.com/Thats-Quit-Quitting-Smoking-Forever/dp/0595290469/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1416278193&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=giannone+i+quit

Question 7

how can i successfully quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Set a quit date and: Deal with it in many ways. Nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum, lozenges, inhalers) are effective and safe, zyban (bupropion) is also effective but has side effects and needs a doctors prescription and monitoring.  Chantix (varenicline) has had the best success (almost 40% quit rates) but can increase depression and some heart problems. Behavioral programs, cold turkey works for some.

Question 8

what is the best quit smoking method?

Accepted Answer

Formal program: The most effective way to stop smoking is through a smoking cessation program that offers education, support & appropriate medications. Ear (auricular acupuncture) is very helpful for smoking cessation.

Question 9

what are the best tips to quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on what you've tried already.  If you're just starting, you may want to try hypnosis...It's relatively quick, easy and no medications (which may cause side effects) are used.

Question 10

which method should i use to quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

Quitting smoking: Congrats 4 wanting to quit, that's the1st step. List pros & cons of quitting & pros & cons of smoking. Nicotine anonymous & smoking cessation programs offer support & education. Patch, gum & e-cigs keep you addicted to nicotine (i don't recommend). Cravings for nic last 3-5 mins, and if you can breathe, take a walk, chew carrots or otherwise distract yrself it will pass & gets easier over time.

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