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Crack and your lungs

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Anndanmell

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I’ve been smoking crack for quite some time. Recently when I smoke it really messes with my lung on the left side. Anyone else have this happen? Guess it’s time to quit. Seems like it’s really affecting my health now.
 
Do you smoke anything else? How often and how much?

I think you might want to seek some help. Doesn't sound like a good sign. It won't be easy, but you can do it! Might be able to offer some additional ideas if you want to respond.
 
Just crack quite a lot maybe £60 a week. Wondering if it’s serious you know anything about this type of thing?
 
I'm really sorry to hear that you're struggling, as @AlphaMethylPhenyl mentioned we really cant provide the medical help that you need. Substance abuse, especially of a drug like crack cocaine, has serious health risks, including potentially severe lung problems. If you're experiencing symptoms like this, it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.
 
Serhat said:
I'm really sorry to hear that you're struggling, as @AlphaMethylPhenyl mentioned we really cant provide the medical help that you need. Substance abuse, especially of a drug like crack cocaine, has serious health risks, including potentially severe lung problems. If you're experiencing symptoms like this, it's crucial to seek professional medical attention immediately.
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Thank you for your reply
 
AlphaMethylPhenyl said:
I do know that crack tends to be very, very addictive. It works quite fast for a quite short amount of time. I really haven't met anyone who was able to keep it in check.
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Thank you I do know that I can’t stop by myself, have tried. Going to start NA.
Think it’s the only thing that works
Thank you
 
AlphaMethylPhenyl said:
Do you smoke anything else? How often and how much?

I think you might want to seek some help. Doesn't sound like a good sign. It won't be easy, but you can do it! Might be able to offer some additional ideas if you want to respond.
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Yes your absolutely right. Any ideas would be grateful
 
It's great that you've taken steps to stop smoking @Anndanmell crack, I can give you some general suggestions on steps you might take if you're looking to stop using crack cocaine. Here are some steps to consider...
  1. Seek Professional Help: Reach out to a healthcare professional, therapist, or addiction specialist. They can provide guidance, support, and resources tailored to your specific situation. They can also help you create a personalized plan for recovery.
  2. Find a Support System: Connect with friends and family members who can support your decision to quit. Consider joining a support group or seeking counseling. Surrounding yourself with people who understand your struggle can be incredibly helpful.
  3. Set Clear Goals: Establish clear, realistic goals for quitting. Having specific targets can motivate you to stay on track.
  4. Avoid Triggers: Identify situations, places, or people that trigger your cravings and try to avoid them. This might mean making significant changes to your lifestyle.
  5. Replace with Healthy Activities: Find healthy and enjoyable activities to replace drug use. Exercise, hobbies, and socializing can help occupy your time and reduce stress.
  6. Practice Stress Management: Crack use often becomes a coping mechanism for stress. Learn healthy ways to manage stress, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or mindfulness.
  7. Consider Medication: In some cases, medication can be prescribed by a healthcare provider to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
  8. Be Patient: Recovery is a process, and setbacks can happen. Don't be too hard on yourself if you have a relapse. Learn from the experience and keep moving forward.
  9. Create a Supportive Environment: Remove any drug-related paraphernalia from your home, and try to create an environment that supports your recovery.
  10. Seek Emergency Help if Needed: If you experience severe withdrawal symptoms or health issues, don't hesitate to seek emergency medical attention.
Remember, quitting crack cocaine can be very challenging, and it's okay to ask for help. You don't have to go through this alone. <3
 
Serhat said:
It's great that you've taken steps to stop smoking @Anndanmell crack here are some steps to consider...
  1. Seek Professional Help: Reach out to a healthcare professional, therapist, or addiction specialist. They can provide guidance, support, and resources tailored to your specific situation. They can also help you create a personalized plan for recovery.
  2. Find a Support System: Connect with friends and family members who can support your decision to quit. Consider joining a support group or seeking counseling. Surrounding yourself with people who understand your struggle can be incredibly helpful.
  3. Set Clear Goals: Establish clear, realistic goals for quitting. Having specific targets can motivate you to stay on track.
  4. Avoid Triggers: Identify situations, places, or people that trigger your cravings and try to avoid them. This might mean making significant changes to your lifestyle.
  5. Replace with Healthy Activities: Find healthy and enjoyable activities to replace drug use. Exercise, hobbies, and socializing can help occupy your time and reduce stress.
  6. Practice Stress Management: Crack use often becomes a coping mechanism for stress. Learn healthy ways to manage stress, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or mindfulness.
  7. Consider Medication: In some cases, medication can be prescribed by a healthcare provider to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
  8. Be Patient: Recovery is a process, and setbacks can happen. Don't be too hard on yourself if you have a relapse. Learn from the experience and keep moving forward.
  9. Create a Supportive Environment: Remove any drug-related paraphernalia from your home, and try to create an environment that supports your recovery.
  10. Seek Emergency Help if Needed: If you experience severe withdrawal symptoms or health issues, don't hesitate to seek emergency medical attention.
Remember, quitting crack cocaine can be very challenging, and it's okay to ask for help. You don't have to go through this alone. <3
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To summerize - do whatever it takes, but STOP.
 
Serhat said:
It's great that you've taken steps to stop smoking @Anndanmell crack, I can give you some general suggestions on steps you might take if you're looking to stop using crack cocaine. Here are some steps to consider...
  1. Seek Professional Help: Reach out to a healthcare professional, therapist, or addiction specialist. They can provide guidance, support, and resources tailored to your specific situation. They can also help you create a personalized plan for recovery.
  2. Find a Support System: Connect with friends and family members who can support your decision to quit. Consider joining a support group or seeking counseling. Surrounding yourself with people who understand your struggle can be incredibly helpful.
  3. Set Clear Goals: Establish clear, realistic goals for quitting. Having specific targets can motivate you to stay on track.
  4. Avoid Triggers: Identify situations, places, or people that trigger your cravings and try to avoid them. This might mean making significant changes to your lifestyle.
  5. Replace with Healthy Activities: Find healthy and enjoyable activities to replace drug use. Exercise, hobbies, and socializing can help occupy your time and reduce stress.
  6. Practice Stress Management: Crack use often becomes a coping mechanism for stress. Learn healthy ways to manage stress, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or mindfulness.
  7. Consider Medication: In some cases, medication can be prescribed by a healthcare provider to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
  8. Be Patient: Recovery is a process, and setbacks can happen. Don't be too hard on yourself if you have a relapse. Learn from the experience and keep moving forward.
  9. Create a Supportive Environment: Remove any drug-related paraphernalia from your home, and try to create an environment that supports your recovery.
  10. Seek Emergency Help if Needed: If you experience severe withdrawal symptoms or health issues, don't hesitate to seek emergency medical attention.
Remember, quitting crack cocaine can be very challenging, and it's okay to ask for help. You don't have to go through this alone. <3
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Thank you good advice, thanks
 
Serhat said:
It's great that you've taken steps to stop smoking @Anndanmell crack, I can give you some general suggestions on steps you might take if you're looking to stop using crack cocaine. Here are some steps to consider...
  1. Seek Professional Help: Reach out to a healthcare professional, therapist, or addiction specialist. They can provide guidance, support, and resources tailored to your specific situation. They can also help you create a personalized plan for recovery.
  2. Find a Support System: Connect with friends and family members who can support your decision to quit. Consider joining a support group or seeking counseling. Surrounding yourself with people who understand your struggle can be incredibly helpful.
  3. Set Clear Goals: Establish clear, realistic goals for quitting. Having specific targets can motivate you to stay on track.
  4. Avoid Triggers: Identify situations, places, or people that trigger your cravings and try to avoid them. This might mean making significant changes to your lifestyle.
  5. Replace with Healthy Activities: Find healthy and enjoyable activities to replace drug use. Exercise, hobbies, and socializing can help occupy your time and reduce stress.
  6. Practice Stress Management: Crack use often becomes a coping mechanism for stress. Learn healthy ways to manage stress, such as meditation, deep breathing exercises, or mindfulness.
  7. Consider Medication: In some cases, medication can be prescribed by a healthcare provider to help manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
  8. Be Patient: Recovery is a process, and setbacks can happen. Don't be too hard on yourself if you have a relapse. Learn from the experience and keep moving forward.
  9. Create a Supportive Environment: Remove any drug-related paraphernalia from your home, and try to create an environment that supports your recovery.
  10. Seek Emergency Help if Needed: If you experience severe withdrawal symptoms or health issues, don't hesitate to seek emergency medical attention.
Remember, quitting crack cocaine can be very challenging, and it's okay to ask for help. You don't have to go through this alone. <3
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Thank you for the great advice. I will use this and go to NA.
Thanks
 
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