WITHDRAWAL-RECOVERY SYMPTOMS_20606

Withdrawal/Recovery Symptoms (from Saskatchewan Lung Association) Anger Bad Breath Boredom Constipation,quit smoking,Gas,Stomach Pain Feeling Cooped Up Cough, Dry Throat/Mouth Craving For A Cigarette Depression Dizziness Fatigue Frustration Happiness Headaches Hunger, Cravings Irritability, Grouchiness Lack Of Concentration Lack of Sleep Loneliness Restlessness Tightness In The Chest Weight gain Tightness in the Chest What is the cause? It is probably due to tension created by the body’s need for nicotine; may be caused by sore muscles from coughing. Part of the recovery process may be the lungs attempt to remove mucus and tar. The normal mucus transport system will start to reactivate itself,stop smoking now, which can initially cause coughing. How long will it last? A few days. What can I do? Deep breathing and relaxation techniques. Be patient. Wait it out! Your body wants to return to normal.