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I've quit smoking for 3 weeks now, ever since, i've gained 3kgs, coughing out thick green phlegm, mood swings, blocked nose..how to deal with these symptoms?

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Dr. Mohammed Younus answered

Be patient, consult: Nicotine withdrawal is an awful thing and takes few weeks to few months to subside. Talk to your pcp about green phlegm and blocked nose to rule out infection though.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/1/2016

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A member asked:

I've quit smoking for 3 weeks now, ever since, i've gained 3kgs, coughing out thick green phlegm, mood swings, blocked nose..how to deal with these symptoms?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mohammed Younus answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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