I have quit smoking after 25 YEARS 2 AND A HALF WEEKS NOW?
370574
Stick it out. Yesterday was my three year anniversary of my last cigarette. The cravings suck, but make yourself stick it out. It's worth it! The cravings won't last more than a few days Good luck!
926707
you should not have a problem since you have bot smoked that long. get some nickoret gum and throw the cigarettes away and tell your self that you're finished with them. you have to tell your self that you are stronger than a pack of cigarettes.
196347
I quit for almost 2 years now. I used the patch and the pill both! I quit on the 12th of may and my dad died on the 16th, everyone knew I'd start back smoking but that only made me stronger because he always lectured me about it. I am so proud of myself!! I still want one sometimes but I really feel better, gained 30 pounds but I feel better!
721475
"Within 12 hours after you have your last cigarette, your body will begin to heal itself. The levels of carbon monoxide and nicotine in your system will decline rapidly, and your heart and lungs will begin to repair the damage caused by cigarette smoke.\n\nWithin a few days you will probably begin to notice some remarkable changes in your body. Your sense of smell and taste may improve. You will breathe easier, and your smoker's hack will begin to disappear, although you may notice that you will continue to cough for a while. And you will be free from the mess, smell, inconvenience, expense, and dependence of cigarette smoking."\n\nLots more info on improvement (listed as 20 minutes following quitting to 15 years after quitting) in health at site below.  Hope that helps!
449486
i stopped jan 2005 and cannot believe how bad i must of stunk cos smoking STINKS!!!!!!!!!! I hate it, its disgusting and Im really pissed off that I was addicted to that crap for fourteen years of my adult life!
531479
Well you're gonna be cross, you're getting one mean monkey off your back!\nTry some relaxation excercises, or go to the store and buy some Celestial Seasons Tension Tamer tea and sip on that. Will help improve your mood and make you less tense.\nThe overall withdrawl symptoms will last around 2 weeks, so bear with it and keep up the good work! You may be a bit grumpy but you have MY admiration for having the balls to even try. \nIf someone says something to you, just make sure you let them all know that you are trying to quit smoking and apologize for your testy behavior. They will  understand and support you during this time......be patient with yourself and cut yourself a little slack because you will get past it!
775852
I have been smoke free for about a week now.  I have taking Chantix a new medication on the market that actually blocks the nicotine inhibitors in your brain, making you actually feel like you don't want to have a cigarette.  It is a 12 week treatment, the first week you can smoke with it and then afterwards you continue to take the medication.  My thing even when I start craving or thinking about smoking I try to go for a walk, the gym, but you have to do something that makes you feel good.  (Sometimes just driving in the car screaming a song at the top of you lungs can help.)  I am sure it is a struggle now trying to quit smoking and trying to deal with the issues in your life.  Just remember you need to tell your family that you are going to be doing this a support is something you need now.  I understand that it is always there but explaining to them may make them be a little more sensitive.  Just remember though that it is not the quitting that is going to kill you it is the smoking in the long run that will take your life.  Good luck with everything!
27580
I quit almost 3 years ago by taking Zyban.  It really helped.  I smoked over 2 packs a day for over 20 years.  It was a little difficult, but not too bad.  You have to be really ready to conquer that monster.  Good luck!!!
404178
I smoked for 5 years, and quit cold-turkey.  Use someone you care about as your motivation.
884456
it will generally be gone within 30 days, longer if you have more than normal body fat, and not so long if you dont...  this is for regular smoking... if it was only once, then it'll clear up in a week
320931
Just quit. My husband quit about a week ago. He just came home from work, said I quit smoking today, and hasn't touched one since. He used Nicorette gum the first couple day, now he chews regular gum. I know it's hard, but if he can do it, so can you. (He's been smoking since he was 14.) Just think how much healthier you will be and in better shape to play with your kids. Plus, you are setting a bad example for your kids by smoking. By having a parent that smokes, they are twice as likely to smoke themselves.
571064
BRAVO.. 7 days sure thing you're lungs are already starting to clear... drink LOTS of water to help your body kick the toxins faster I've heard walking everyday helps too.  Give it 2 more weeks and the nicotine will be completely out of your system.  \nHere's some sites that have more info...  \nKEEP IT UP!!!
712218
A long time. It will never really go away completely, but at least you won't be getting worse. I grew up in a family of smokers and now not a single person in my family smokes, its one of the best decisions you can make.
784445
I smoked from the age of 11 until I got pregnant with my daughter at 24. I was able to quit because I was pregnant and didn't want to put her at risk, but after I had my son, it seemed my reason to quit had disappeared. I only wanted 2 kids, so I knew I would never be pregnant again, When she was 2 and he was 9 months, i started again. I smoked for 3 more years, before I quit again. You have to find the inspiration to quit. I did it for 2 reason, my children, and because I watched my father die from lung cancer. I don't want to put my children through that torture if I don't have to. It may be too late, but at least I'm doing what I can to prevent it now.\nI quit slowly. First I only smoked outdoors, never in the house. In the summer it's fine, but during the cold windy days, smoking started to lose it appeal. I stopped smoking in my car. And I avoided alcohol. Then I started smoking half of the cigarette. I got to the point that a pack would last me 2 weeks, then 3 and at that point I stopped all together. The wole process probably took me about 3 months, but it was the only way that worked for me. I tried the patch and it made my arm feel weird, I tried cold turkey, but that only lasted a couple of days for me. The gradual method was best for me, but everybody is different. My step-uncle quit after 35 years cold turkey, but he would cut up carrots and celery and other veges and snack on them whenever he had a craving. It worked fo him, I had a friend quit using the nicitine gum. and I had another friend go to the doctor for a prescrition antidepressent that helped her quit. So far we are all still smoke free.\nJust try to find a reason that is very important to you, your health, the health of people around you, money, the smell on your clothes or hair, bad breath or whatever motivates you.\nIt's still not always easy (July of 05 was the last time I smoked). Stress triggers cravings and so does alcohol still, but I just focus on my reasons for stopping. If you can make it through the next five minutes without smoking, you can do it for a lifetime. A craving only last that long. Distract yourself in thos e five minutes by checking the mail, calling a friend, fold a load of laundry, or something that needs your hands to do it. \n\nYou can do it!!\n\nP.S. I feel better about myself now too, I don't feel like a lepper for smoking. I always felt a little ashamed whenever I lit up, not to mention that I have so much more money since I quit too. Not only do I save on the cigarettes and lighters, but breath mints, and air fresheners too!
465893
I reccomend visiting the American Lung Association. Their web site link is below. There is a wealth of information and there is a link and phone number to e-mail or call questions to a health professional. I hope this helps. If you need more advice or support, I've been smoking since I was fifteen and am going to quit for good in a few weeks. Good luck. :^)\n\nhttp://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=22940
467726
cold turkey!!!! i smoked 35 years but i have been smoke free for 5 years!!!i used gum and life savers for a couple of weeks ..i also chewed on a straw cause it gave me something to hold that felt sorta like a cigarette...i kept a pack in my freezer for 1 year never smokedthem but at least i knew they were there ...i never had really bad withdrawals  also i was a chain smoker...you can do it  good luck
39679
My dad quit cold turkey after smoking for over 50 years. If you have the willpower, that's the best way, but for most people, it's a hard thing to do. I suggest you ask your doctor, because there are many remedies out there that can help. There are also smoking sessation classes that you can attend. Check your local paper for events around your area. Good luck!