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Continuing to smoke after surgery greatly heightens a person's risks of complications, such as infections in the surgical incision. In one study, more than half of patients who continued smoking after surgery developed complications compared to less than 20 percent who quit. Plus, fewer complications means less time in the hospital for patients who kick the habit.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoAny knowledgeable doctor will tell you that smoking after having your tonsils taken out is beneficial to recovery. Recent reports by the Center for disease control (CDC) have stated that nicotine is not only healthy but accelerates the rate at which your body can recuperate during traumatic events such as surgery. The sooner you smoke the better, this will help eliminate the chance for infection after surgery.
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∙ 14y agoThat really depends on what your condition is... the answer for a broken leg would be go ahead and get your cutter out. For lung removal... you might want to look into different hobbies.
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∙ 11y agoSoon as you get out of the hospital. Unless the hospital has a smoking area. Then, as soon as you can leave the bed.
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∙ 13y ago1 pack
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When can you start smoking pot again after surgery?
that really depends on the type of surgery. if you had lung surgery then you better switch to using a vaporizer.
What are signals that you are a cigarette smoker?
You start smoking cigarettes.
Are electronic cigarettes a good alternative to smoking tobacco?
Studies have shown that e-cigarettes and vapor pens are safer than tobacco cigarettes, and many people have stopped smoking tobacco cigarettes using them. However, if you are not smoking e-cigarettes, vapors, or tobacco cigarettes now, the best choice is not to start smoking at all.
When does the girl in When the emperor was divine start smoking cigarettes?
Never
Is an electric cigarette as addictive as a normal cigarette?
No. They're both cigarettes but the difference is that the electric cigarette helps decrease your nicotine intake from normal cigarettes. They also help you get over your smoking habit of smoking real cigarettes. If you stop smoking and start craving for cigarettes, use an electric cigarette to help you get over it.
How do I quit smoking?
The have some supplements that you can take in order to quit smoking nowadays. You can also start using the smokeless cigarettes as well.
How do you regain your health after you stop smoking cigarettes?
Slowly.Just stay on track with the no-smoking routine and follow a healthy diet and exercise regime. Get a hobby to replace the cigarettes so you'll be less likely to start back when you're stressed. Eat healthy foods and get enough exercise and your body will slowly become healthy again.
What is the age in Ireland when you can start smoking?
Legally you have to be 18 to buy cigarettes in ireland, but once you reach the age of 16 police cannot take cigarettes off you if they are on your person.
Does the pressure of friend is always positive?
No. It's called peer pressure and it can be bad. For example, if your friends start smoking cigarettes they could try to pressure you on to smoking too.
Why were cloves banned?
Cloves were banned because they are flavored cigarettes, and the US government believes that they encourage kids to start smoking.
How long before black lungs start to turn pink again when you quit smoking?
Actually they can over time. It takes about a few years but if you start smoking again it will ruin all your progress and will have to start over the quiting process.
Why aren't cigarette commercials on TV anymore?
smoking ads have not had an impact on people. therefor have been banned.
