Understanding Nicotine Withdrawal -- Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms of Nicotine Withdrawal?
In active tobacco users, a lack of nicotine produces a wide range of withdrawal symptoms, including any or all of the following:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Falling heart rate and blood pressure
- Fatigue, drowsiness, and insomnia
- Irritability
- Difficulty concentrating
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Increased hunger and caloric intake
- Increased desire for the taste of sweets
- Tobacco cravings
Call Your Doctor About Nicotine Withdrawal If:
You're a tobacco user concerned about your health for any reason. Tobacco users are more susceptible to respiratory problems, circulatory problems such as stroke and heart attack, and many forms of cancer.You want to stop using tobacco. Your doctor can prescribe nicotine and non-nicotine aids, and can refer you to counseling or group cessation programs to get you through the hardest part of quitting.
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Varnada Karriem-Norwood, MD on March 22, 2012
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