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Have been out of action for a few weeks, a nasty case of pneumonia which landed me in hospital all over the new year.. seriously, was quite ill. Had a flu and then it just progressed... felt really bad, temp of 39.8, sweats, vomitting, really severe pain in the ribcage and severe dehydration... i take back all i have said about antibiotics, cos in this instance they saved the day(i.v).. had a crp level of 298(infection level) normal being 7...spent 10 days on antibiotics and fluid drips and am feeling a good bit better...just a bit tired at times...BUT here's the good part, i haven't smoked in almost 3 weeks, and although i'm like the anti christ i feel good about it...eating for Ireland and piling on the pounds but who cares, can always lose the weight again.... Gee it's great to be back  |
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« Reply #1 on: Thursday January 15, 2009, 05:52:40 PM » |
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« Reply #2 on: Thursday January 15, 2009, 06:44:17 PM » |
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Wow that sounds like a horrible illness, I am glad you are back and ok.  Wooley |
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« Reply #3 on: Friday January 16, 2009, 09:00:48 AM » |
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Annie, sorry I missed the thread  Sounds like you have been through the ringer these last few weeks  Well done on not smoking. Do you think you might stop for good now ? Have you tried the patches ? Me and DH gave up, it will be 3 years in the Spring. We used patches and the inhalators, both of us had smoked for over 20 years and gave up first try. I cant recommend them enough, best thing I ever did ! Yes, you must eat now, get your strength up, you can always lose it later  Glad to see you back, you have been missed
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« Reply #4 on: Friday January 16, 2009, 11:06:18 AM » |
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Welcome back, Annie!
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« Reply #5 on: Monday January 26, 2009, 07:17:54 PM » |
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Thanks everyone for your lovely welcome back... am feeling nearly good as new now AND 4 weeks off the cigarettes, though i am eating enough for 10 people.... Really want to stay off them so  |
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« Reply #7 on: Tuesday January 27, 2009, 02:27:10 AM » |
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Hi anniemary - welcome back, so glad you are better. How on earth did all that happen to land you in hospital? -- I knew somebody regular was missing, but thought I'd made a mistake. Your smoking experience or lack thereof, in hospital, is one of my biggest frights, I freely admit. Good for you! Scary thought for me, but full of admiration for you.  Jane |
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« Reply #8 on: Tuesday January 27, 2009, 01:51:09 PM » |
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Four weeks without ciggies is marvelous Annie ! Keep up the good work, you are over the worst now Maybe if you feel tempted you could try the inhilator instead ? http://www.ciao.co.uk/Nicorette_Inhalor_Nicotine_Cartridges__Review_5055352Glad to hear that you are feeling nearly good as new !
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« Reply #9 on: Wednesday January 28, 2009, 06:18:11 PM » |
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Hi Jane, it all started with a cold and then just progressed, quite scary stuff.....
Good to hear Barefoot that the worst is over as far as the smoking goes.... most of the time i'm all right then when i think i can't ever have another cigarette, i get pure depressed.... thanks for the tip about the inhilator, will def invest in one....
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« Reply #10 on: Thursday January 29, 2009, 08:32:30 AM » |
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My dearest honey quit smoking about a year ago, using the pill. He piled on the weight too, but managed to lose it later - he started running. (Well, he started walking, and worked his way up.) Geez, I'm glad you're feeling better! That sounded awful  Great to have you back!!  |
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« Reply #11 on: Thursday January 29, 2009, 08:44:53 AM » |
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 Annie, I know what you mean, it can seem pretty daunting, but its one day at a time and as you go along, the need does get less and less and more fleeting. At times when my craving was high, I would imagine going to the shop and getting some and how I would feel if I did light up. Disapointed, with myself after going for so long. Its good to have support and to remind yourself of all the benefits of not smoking. See your nurse at the surgery, see what she can prescribe you, or go to a support group. Have a little read up here : http://smokefree.nhs.ukMy brother had tried allsorts, even hypnotherapy, but couldnt give up his last 5 ciggies a day. When me and Nick stopped it spurred him on and with the aid of patches and gum and 4 group sessions, he gave them up too. That was over a year ago now. Have you used anything to help so far, or is just your iron will ? Be proud Annie, its not an easy thing to do, WELL DONE and KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK !!!   
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« Reply #12 on: Thursday January 29, 2009, 09:59:48 AM » |
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Great news about your honey giving up Bamawing, all these success stories are really spurning me on, so thanks for that and your kind words ... Barefoot, thank you for all your support too... Your right, i would be very annoyed with myself if i did smoke one now... Paul smokes so it makes it that bit harder, though bless him he does go out to the bottom of the garden to have one... I haven't used anything to help me but the hospital did offer me patches to bring home but so far haven't needed them.. When i become comfortable with not smoking, i'll address the weight then.... thanks again doll |
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« Reply #13 on: Sunday February 15, 2009, 02:01:21 PM » |
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Just a wee update on the smoking...am 7 weeks smoke free now and have passed my most difficult test to date...went to my friends house for dinner and a few drinks(ok, a few bottles of drink) and everyone there smoked...i was worried at first that i would be tempted but i am pleased to say i actually was ok... well chuffed annmarie
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« Reply #14 on: Sunday February 15, 2009, 02:43:40 PM » |
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« Reply #15 on: Monday February 16, 2009, 04:51:15 AM » |
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« Reply #16 on: Monday February 16, 2009, 10:53:48 PM » |
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Forgot to mention that i've put on a stone, really can't stop eating...AARRGGHH  |
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« Reply #17 on: Saturday February 21, 2009, 07:56:27 PM » |
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Right, lent starts on wed 25th so i'm going on a diet...no more junk food, none of my clothes fit me now, so need to take some action....if anyone has any suggestions as to how i stay of smoking and not stuff my face instead, i would be so grateful...annmarie
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« Reply #18 on: Saturday February 21, 2009, 11:23:00 PM » |
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Hmmm. I've never been a smoker, so I don't speak from experience, but maybe you could try some low or no calorie things to distract you from snacking...
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- chew gum
- make a pot of a low cal, broth based soup.... maybe something with leeks and a few other veggies
- sip some herbal tea
things like that...
Or maybe force yourself to climb a set of stairs or walk around the block when the urge to eat strikes you?
Good luck!!!
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« Reply #19 on: Monday February 23, 2009, 02:01:30 PM » |
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Good for you giving up smoking! I honestly don't have any suggestions for managing the weight gain, since I'm having problems with that myself. Itchy's ideas look good to me. totalfolly |
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