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Is it actually true that an electronic cigarette will help me quit smoking?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
E-cigs are dangerous: There is now info that e-cigs have many health-harming chemicals in them, some that are not in ordinary cigs. Continuing to take nicotine in any form (e-cigs, patch, gum) continues your addiction to nicotine. Hospitals, clinics, the lung assn & heart assn can point you to stop smoking classes or groups. The best way is to stop all nicotine with ongoing support. Nicotine anonymous also helps.
Answered 1/5/2014
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Don't know: Auricular (ear) acupuncture ; hypnosis have no significant side effects ; can work well. Nicotine replacement options: nasal spray, patch, inhaler, gum ; lozenges. Smoking cessation programs offer support, meds. Monitoring ; education. Electronic cigarettes may or may not prove helpful. Prescription meds: zyban (wellbutrin) ; Chantix (bupropion).Check potential psychiatric side effects w chantix.
Answered 6/24/2014
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