Why do I have diarrhea after quitting smoking?

Digestive problems. Your digestive system is also addicted to nicotine and has difficulty getting back to working normally when you no longer smoke. You might find you suffer from either constipation or diarrhea.

What is a coexisting disorder?

A comorbid or coexisting condition simply means that someone has more than one condition or illness at the same time. Other terms like dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders mean the same thing. Just like mental health conditions, coexisting conditions affect everyone differently.

What are the most common mental illnesses that co occur with addiction?

The 7 Most Common Co-Occurring Disorders That Are Seen With Substance Abuse

• Generalized anxiety disorder.
• Eating disorders.
• Bipolar disorder.
• Post-traumatic stress disorder.
• Personality disorders and mood disorders.
• Schizophrenia.
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Can quitting smoking cause stomach issues?

Intestinal difficulties like nausea, gas, and constipation are all considered symptoms of withdrawal from tobacco products. 1 While not pleasant, digestive issues do usually resolve themselves in a matter of weeks, so don’t let the discomforts derail your quit program.

What are the reasons for depression after quitting smoking?

Depression Related to Quitting Smoking 1 Changes in the Body. Nicotine withdrawal is the primary reason for the temporary depression you may experience after quitting smoking. 2 Symptoms. You may experience one, some, or all of these at one point or another, and to varying degrees. 3 Coping Techniques. 4 Pre-Existing Depression.

How long after quitting smoking do you feel better (and why)?

In as little as 2 days after quitting, a person may notice a heightened sense of smell and more vivid tastes as these nerves heal. After 3 days 3 days after quitting smoking, the nicotine levels in a person’s body are depleted. While it is healthier to have no nicotine in the body, this initial depletion can cause nicotine withdrawal.

What are your symptoms when you quit smoking?

The following are symptoms that occur to me since the first day I quit smoking: 3 days – 2 weeks = abdominal pain, high fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fainting, loss of appetite, fatigue, blurred vision, loss of interest in the hobby.

How long does it take for nicotine withdrawal symptoms to go away?

In as little as 2 days after quitting, a person may notice a heightened sense of smell and more vivid tastes as these nerves heal. 3 days after quitting smoking, the nicotine levels in a person’s body are depleted.