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5 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Confusion regarding withdrawal symptoms or GERD.

I am 30 years old. I used to smoke average 8-9 cigarettes per day for 6.5 years. I quit smoking 6 months ago(Although I had puffed one day during a wedding event in mid Nov 2018 and never since then) after I got severe bacterial infection in my throat. I recovered from infection sooner but since then I have several issues with my throat. The major one was lump in throat sensation which used to reappear several times a day. Endoscopy done in Aug this year showed no problems. Even I didn't face difficulties in swallowing. I had read about Globus sensation somewhere and I still think the lump sensation is due to that(or due to withdrawal symptoms?). I used to feel dizzy with mild headache. My throat muscles also used to feel strained most of the times. Also, I got the sensation of swelling of chin area. Nowadays the same(swelling of chin area) happens along with a feeling of swollen lymph nodes(though they feel tender while touching), mild pain in jaw and ear keeps on recurring and mild headache. Today I met ENT doctor who asked me whether I had common cold recently which I had 1 week ago and it was severe. He told me that I had mild congestion and my throat felt dry due the cold I had and due to dehydration. He advised me to stay hydrated and eat veggies and fruits. . In this span of six months I visited several doctors, most of them telling that the problem especially lumpy sensation was due to GERD(gastroesophageal reflux disease). And yes, I used to have severe acid refluxes at times. With all these info, I want to ask whether all these problems are due to withdrawal symptoms? How many more months are these going to last? My situation is different from others because I might be facing two conditions at a time( Withdrawal symptoms and GERD). But, I am confused about which one is the root cause and I also get scared at times when the mentioned problems increase. Or may be I have some other condition. But if at all the conditions are due to withdrawal symptoms, kindly let me know when these all will end. I have tried: Medications related to GERD. Endoscopy. I have tried all food habits including immune boosting foods and drinks. I think it was caused by: My lifestyle and eating habits. Smoking being the main culprit.

5 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Confusion regarding withdrawal symptoms or GERD.

Note-I got bacterial infection 6 months ago in May 2018 after which I decided to quit smoking.

5 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

Confusion regarding withdrawal symptoms or GERD.

Hi Ashley and Sparrow1975!

Thanks for your valuable responses.

Recently, I visited another ENT specialist and he told that I had pharyngitis due to sinusitis. Took prescriptions and still continuing with nasal flushes and sprays.

I'm somewhat feeling better than earlier. That lumpy sensation has minimized up to most extent. To boost my immunity, I've improved my food habits and I feel, gradually, it is showing results.

I'm optimistic than ever and I feel that things will be better in future. To further control my anxiety, I am looking forward to do yoga.

Wish me Good Luck!

Thanks..

5 years ago 0 +0 / -0 4

What do/did you hate about smoking?

Hi,

I am Bipin from India.

I used to smoke when I didn't had to do anything and also in a kind of concealed manner.

After drinking I didn't use to have any kind of control and kept smoking back to back.

This is what I hate nowadays about my smoking habits.

I was indulged in this for 7 years.

I quit out of fear 7 months ago, when I got severe bacterial throat infection.

Since then I never had an urge to smoke and hopefully it will be the same in future.

After quitting, I faced following difficulties:

Dizzines

Heavy headed

Jaw pain

Tired most of the time

Lumpy throat

And above all, that constant fear of something bad about my health.

I'm still coping with sinus problems. But being optimistic is the key, is what I feel.

I am so grateful to have found this online platform to share one's thoughts on smoking.

"We shall overcome one day"

Thanks

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