A list of symptoms when quitting tobacco and changing to an ecigarette

[Smokin]

Hi SuziQ

I would say that your circulation is improving now and this is causing the bleeding. I found the following on 1st Gum Disease.com

"It masks signs of infection: tobacco reduces the ability of blood vessels to carry infection fighting cells, nutrients, and oxygen to the tissues. As a result, the typical signs of periodontal disease (redness, swelling, and bleeding of the gums) are masked. People who smoke may have periodontal disease that is harder to diagnose".

I hate dentists and would step up my dental hygiene tenfold before I go to them. Corsodyl is good and Boots do a mouthwash and gel called Gengigel, very good for early signs of gum disease.

All the best.

 

[SuziQ]

Thanks for that smokin, I think you are right on the nail. Thanks for finding the right word for Corsodyl as well, haha. I knew it was something like that.

 

[Nadia Maximus]

Has anyone had breathing or lung problems?

 

[ladybug51]

Nadia,

I am experiencing breathing problems but they existed before and that's why I started e-cigs. However, I was choking on them as I was regular cigs. I think I was getting too much moisture in my lungs. I haven't choked at all today but I didn't run my vaporizer. I don't know if you're exposed to a lot of moisture, if you have too much juice in the cartridge. More info from you is needed if you are asking for yourself. I also know that Kate, a member, seems to be pretty knowledgeable on this blog. She wears a habit and has a cigar in her mouth. Look around the blog and you'll find her. Click on her avatar and send her a message.

I'm new here and I don't know all the ropes. Good luck with your question. Add more if you can.

ladybug51

 

[Bellinghamster]

I've had a severe cough for the last several weeks, but I'm really trying to chalk that up to a cold + the effects of drastically reducing my analog cigarette consumption. The only respiratory side effect I've noticed directly from e-smoking is the sore throat so many others have reported.

 

[Kate]

Here is a link to a thread that talks about COPD and how it was improved with esmoking - http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...on/3196-when-e-cig-brought-tears-my-eyes.html

Here's another about the experiences of asthmatics - http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/health-safety-e-smoking/4143-effects-ecigs-asthmatics.html

Our short term experiences suggest that esmoking is a great improvement over smoking for those with breathing problems.

 

[pegling]

Smoking apparently reduces estrogen levels, and so quitting smoking may alter the hormonal profile and perhaps cause acne.

Well that might explain why my night sweats have stopped (I'm 50 now, ahem). Had no breakouts but my oily skin has dried up a bit. It is winter tho and everyone has their heat on so this happens anyway every year.

My yearly winter-long bronchitis has gone away already and I no longer snore!

My only different symptom that really has not gone away is clenching my jaws and teeth in my sleep. My jaw would feel tight the whole day. This is new and I noticed when I ran out of working batteries and actually GASP! bought a pack of cigs it cleared up.

I'm back on e cigs again and the clenching hasn't reappeared so maybe it's another momentary symptom that just disappears after awhile. It did affect my gums at the time and I also had a gum ulcer.

 

[Mr.Darcy]

too much nicotine can cause us to clench and grind our teeth in our sleep-because it acts as a stimulant to the nervous system-grinding teeth in our sleep can cause or exacerbate TMJ syndrome...

of course caffeine and liquor also act as stimulants...so they might also have a part to play...

My only different symptom that really has not gone away is clenching my jaws and teeth in my sleep. My jaw would feel tight the whole day. This is new and I noticed when I ran out of working batteries and actually GASP! bought a pack of cigs it cleared up.

I'm back on e cigs again and the clenching hasn't reappeared so maybe it's another momentary symptom that just disappears after awhile. It did affect my gums at the time and I also had a gum ulcer.

 

[Nadia Maximus]

Here is a link to a thread that talks about COPD and how it was improved with esmoking -
Here's another about the experiences of asthmatics -


Thanx Kate, that thread was very informative. I have most concern about my lungs and cancer. I have read about weird skin conditions on here, eye crusts, smelly urine or whatnot, dry throat... very strange. I come from a family mostly of doctors and nurses and will share any info I get from them on the boards, but 4 now I am still waiting for my ecig to show them in hopes they will purchase/use ecigs and give proper analysis to report.
What we do know is too much of anything isnt good for us, ie: water, vitamins etc.

 

[pegling]

of course caffeine and liquor also act as stimulants...so they might also have a part to play...

Hmmm....all of my favorites (coffee, red wine & vaping) ~ guess I'll just add more water and slow down on the vaping before bed.

 

[Kate]

I've been getting more cold sores since starting esmoking, has anyone else noticed this?

 

[dc2k08]

can't say i have kate and i get them also, often as seasons change or i am under stress. none this year though which i had though might have had to do with the semi miraculous PG.

i read a worrying report recently that said cold sores and alzheimers were linked. the benefit of knowing this though is that meds that are used to cure cold sores might be able to remedy alzheimers. they're looking into it. here's hoping.
Cold Sore Virus Linked To Alzheimer's Disease: New Treatment, Or Even Vaccine Possible

as an aside, i have learned to deal with them quite effectively. i discovered that when one breaks out if i just dab a slice of lemon on it immediately, it'll shrivel back. when i feel that tingle again - i apply it again. it gives up after about 3 days. no pharmaceuticals needed. just one lemon. I wonder if you have any secret techniques yourself ?

 

[Kate]

I don't use anything usually on them these days DC, I just let them run their course. I used to use teatree essential oil neat on them and that helped a bit. There was a time when I used Zovirax which stopped them in their tracks the first couple of times and then did nothing.

That link with alzheimers is a bit of a worry. Thankfully nicotine is thought to help with that, I'm intending to self medicate with a low dose of nic long term.

 

[auctioneer]

I am a totally new user, started 4 days ago. I found this site after my package arrived and I had questions. (It's a great forum by the way!)
I am looking to cut down my analog smoking, Quest #3's have no nicotine and I have been smoking them for 2 years. e cigarettes may be the last thing I need now to get me off the analogs for good.
So after reading a bit of readiig in the newbie section, I ordered a sample pack from Johnson creek today with a bit of each flavor.
Now I have read all 200 plus posts in this thread and I am wondering if I should just stick to the 0 nicotine cartridges and forget about flavors and blank cartridges.
Or, do you reccommend flavors as a treat once in a while and regular cartridges as an every day vap?

 

[dc2k08]

Thankfully nicotine is thought to help with that, I'm intending to self medicate with a low dose of nic long term

my thoughts exactly.

I am wondering if I should just stick to the 0 nicotine cartridges and forget about flavors and blank cartridges.
Or, do you reccommend flavors as a treat once in a while and regular cartridges as an every day vap?

not sure what you mean. if you dont usually take nicotine, there is no reason you should start taking it with e-cigs. just use no nic liquid and blank carts in what ever flavours you can get or just buy no nic carts.

 

[auctioneer]

Sorry, I'll clarify. Is it safer to do 0 nicotine cartridges as they come or (because I'd like a bit of varity) 0 flavored liguid to put into blanks?
I've read that the flavored liquids are better tasting than the cartridges that come with the e cigarette.
However after reading this tread, I'm thinking the less ingredients, the safer the vapor. Is that correct?

 

[dc2k08]

i think your guess is a good as mine. some studies on some liquids maintain that the all the ingredients in them are safe for consumption but we're the real lab rats.

you could use just straight PG or VG and add some 100% natural flavours like bickfords or some of the Lor anne range if you want a taste and to go perhaps the safest route. but i'm not qualified to give any exact advice really..sorry

 

[ZambucaLu]

I've been getting more cold sores since starting esmoking, has anyone else noticed this?

From when I can remember, I suffered from cold sores. Seems like one would no sooner go away, then I'd get another. That went on for years and years and years.

About 8 years ago I read that 50mg of zinc a day would get rid of cold sores. I took one 50mg tab a day for one year and have never had a cold sore since. I never took them again after that. Coincidence? I don't know, but thought it was worth mentioning.

Lu

 

[Bertrand]

I'm thinking the less ingredients, the safer the vapor. Is that correct?

Yes .

 

[ladybug51]

Hi everyone! A quick check in. I've been working on a wedding I shot finally that I'm feeling better! Stopped choking on the ecigs. I haven't run my cool mist vaporizer to moisten the air? No coughing for two days now. See Doc tomorrow again.

Mr. Darcy and everyone who reads this. Do not drink anything for an hour - 2 before bed and make sure you do your business right before lights out. My sister found out we need 5 hours of unbroken sleep for our bodies to produce the right amount of (serotonin: a substance in the blood that causes blood vessels to constrict and aids in blood clotting; hydroxytriptamine. It is an indole, chemically related to adrenalin and hallucinogenic drugs, that also occurs in the brain and in smooth muscles of the intestines and functions in brain chemistry.) Just a light wake from say turning over won't effect it, but getting up to go will.

We have all been going through changes to the e cigs and having different symptoms that I'm sure is interrupting our sleep patterns and I see side effects mentioned that could[/B] be related. It's worth looking at. I am going to watch this and adjust as needed to get the 5 or more hours needed.

My sister has breast cancer and has been doing a lot of research on treating it holistically. Now she's helping me out with my lungs. She knows her stuff.

Mr.Darcy, she told me to have my vitamin D3 checked. It has to do with asthma and different breathing problems. It could help us by researching this out. I'm sure Wiki. could help.

I guess this turned into a longy. My best to all. I'm almost through with these photos and I will be checking in more. I just don't know which thread is best to go to for normal this and that. Kate????

Bug