Can't take it anymore throwing in the towel

[John R. L.]

Me , myself I would see the doc. to see if any thing else could be wrong & make sure to tell the doc. all about the vaping..We are not docs. here so maybe, just maybe it is something else, anyway I wish you the best & good health for the new year
John

 

[Tumblelily]

Where do you get your organic eliquid?

From Virgin Vapor. All of the liquids are 100% Organic, with all natural flavorings, nothing artificial at all. They even come in glass bottles, not plastic.

I tried some of the top vendors here on the forum, and while many of their liquids tasted okay, I started getting some really bad reactions- severe headaches, heavy feeling in my lungs, just all around horrible feeling- almost as if I were coming down with the flu. I ended up spending my two days off in bed because of the chemicals in some of the vendor's e-liquids, and even missed the Christmas party at work that I was so looking forward to. I just couldn't lift my head off the pillow.

But, as soon as I stopped vaping from the liquid in those plastic bottles, and switched solely to Virgin Vapor, all of those nasty symptoms went away.

Virgin Vapor costs a bit more, but they also has the best tasting juice, hands down. You can actually taste the purity, and it is soooo flavorful. I feel it's the best juice around.

It seems once you taste the purity of 100% Organic/ All Natural, you don't want to go back to the chemical stuff. If I didn't have the organic, I couldn't vape at all.

Because she (Annette at Virgin Vapor) is on vacation for the week, everything on the website is discounted 10%.

Here's the link: Virgin Vapor | Electronic Cigarette Organic e-Liquid | Electronic Cigarettes

 

[Tumblelily]

Just wanted to add that Vaperite.com also has 100% Organic juice, and I've read some really good reviews about them.
I haven't tried them myself, though.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

I'm so sorry to hear that jtracc. As others have mentioned there are other smoking cessation aids to help you in your quest to quit. Hopefully these 5 weeks of being off the analogs will be of help to you. Sincere best wishes, Vapoor.

I found I cannot vape anything with Ethyl Maltol in it. Makes me feel awful, hives itchy throat and lungs, etc.

 

[Moofaso]

sorry to hear, good luck to you, you can do it !!

 

[Retriever]

Sorry you are having such a rough time of it! For what it is worth, I had never heard of organic juice until this thread, and I would think direct dripping some organic juice would definitely give you the last word on if vaping is for you. I hope you feel better, and do whatever is best for you.

Happy Holidays!

 

[silkakc]

Sorry Jtracc

I wished you could have found a combo that worked for you

 

[Vego]

Jtracc, I admire your sensablility to listen to your body, and your courage to face a new life without the dependence on nicotine. Best of luck to you.

 

[NestoChe]

I was in almost the same situation of giving up vaping this year due to some frustrations with having the right juice, but finnaly found what I like. Actually, I did give up vaping last year. But this year I came back to vaping because I had to quit smoking due to health reasons. I'm not going to lie, I still miss my Marlboro Lights.

Maybe some time off will help you. Have you tried the Clearomizer/Fluxo? From what I hear these are not as bad as cartomizers, more of a clean taste. I'm going to try them myself, you're right, the carts are a little harsh and that poly taste is awful.

Anyway, whatever you do, good luck and try not to go back to the stinkies.

peace

 

[TruSound]

Sorry to hear about your vaping woes, I personally have had some minor issues with any liquid that's part PG, and the carto's with their polyester filler when burnt most definitely can't be good for you, I quit using them early on, Im now on the Ego-C, just a small wick and coil.
All the best to you...

 

[Bawn]

So before I sell all my PV stuff, I decided to try one more thing. I took a fairly new 510-t atty and cut the spike off inside to expose the the wick more. I then used it To drip last night. At first it was going well didn't feel any pain in my chest or throat. After a few hrs of vaping (not chain vaping) my chest pains and throat issues started to arise again. So I stopped And went to bed. This morning I woke up and my throat is so swollen. No matter what I do I get pain. The juice I used was 80/20vg 12mg. I can't believe that the 4000+ chemicals in analogs never did this to me and two FDA approved substances do. Unreal.

 

[singu]

I've been vaping for 1 month now and don't know if i could handle someone telling me i can't vape anymore or having health issues like you do. Basically, i'm sorry you have these issues and hope it turns out ok with you stoping the smoking and vaping. Good luck!

 

[TUC]

Sounds like an allergic reaction, but I could be wrong. I suggest you seek out medical advice from your doctor...this could be an allergic reaction, or something worse that is aggravated from vaping.

 

[Leothwyn]

I know someone mentioned it... but, I've heard of some people having allergic reactions to PG. Have you tried 100% VG?
Not trying to talk you into sticking with vaping, but if you are going to continue trying, that may be an option.

 

[VapoX]

So before I sell all my PV stuff, I decided to try one more thing. I took a fairly new 510-t atty and cut the spike off inside to expose the the wick more. I then used it To drip last night. At first it was going well didn't feel any pain in my chest or throat. After a few hrs of vaping (not chain vaping) my chest pains and throat issues started to arise again. So I stopped And went to bed. This morning I woke up and my throat is so swollen. No matter what I do I get pain. The juice I used was 80/20vg 12mg. I can't believe that the 4000+ chemicals in analogs never did this to me and two FDA approved substances do. Unreal.

Yeah man, it's time you see a doctor about that. It def sounds like an allergic reaction.

 

[kjay]

Wow, I hate this for you. If it was me, i would believe it might be the PG. Whatever you decide to do~be well!!! Hope it all turns out ok, let us know!

 

[swedishfish]

Do you have food allergies?

 

[bnrkwest]

The only way to know what is doing it is vape some pure PG with no flavor and then try some pure VG no flavor and see what you feel. I have a strong reaction to pure VG, my chest feels heavy and i get a sick type of feeling so I can only use high PG mixes. I am wondering if it is the flavoring you are allergic too. But if you try the pure PG and VG without flavor that would tell what is up. Also use zero nic if you try this. bnrk

 

[minigoat]

The only way to know what is doing it is vape some pure PG with no flavor and then try some pure VG no flavor and see what you feel. I have a strong reaction to pure VG, my chest feels heavy and i get a sick type of feeling so I can only use high PG mixes. I am wondering if it is the flavoring you are allergic too. But if you try the pure PG and VG without flavor that would tell what is up. Also use zero nic if you try this. bnrk

Something I have been wondering about. Do you actually have to vape it in order to tell that you will have a reaction?

Could a skin test be used instead?: Skin Test For Allergy - Allergy Diagnosis Procedure by MedicineNet.com

 

[locke2121]

Yeah...that sounds like a serious allergic reaction to PG! Alot of people have it. Try this, go to your local CVS and ask them where the VG is for skin care..it is food grade VG...drip a few drops on a clean atty and puff for awhile.