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What Can I Do About Discomfort In The Lower Rib Area While I Ve Been Trying To Quit Vaping And Smoking?

Hi, Recently, I ve been trying to quit vaping. I ve been smoking on and off for the past 3 years. For the past week to two weeks, I have been having discomfort in the lower left rib area when I wake up. Also feeling slightly weak. I m wondering if this could be bad posture while sleeping or from smoking? Is it something I should be concerned about?
Tue, 3 Oct 2023
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Hello,

It is good to know that you are trying to quit vaping and smoking. Pain & discomfort that you are experiencing is due to certain chemicals that have irritated your lungs and airways thus causing inflammation and discomfort. Deep inhaling from vape device causes muscles to get inflamed and painful. However, such symptoms can also arise due to muscle sprain-strain, aging or trauma.

To get rid of the discomfort, gradually quit smoking and vaping. Get connected to a detox center that can help you successfully weaning off from it. Getting connected to a detox center is wise as it will give you urgent symptomatic treatment and medical aid whenever you will require. Get connected to a local doctor.

In the meantime, rest and avoid activities that can worsen the pain and discomfort. You can take pain relieving medicines like naproxen, one stat when needed. Always take medicines after food. Using pain relieving topical creams/ointments, sprays and patches are also helpful.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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What Can I Do About Discomfort In The Lower Rib Area While I Ve Been Trying To Quit Vaping And Smoking?

Hello, It is good to know that you are trying to quit vaping and smoking. Pain & discomfort that you are experiencing is due to certain chemicals that have irritated your lungs and airways thus causing inflammation and discomfort. Deep inhaling from vape device causes muscles to get inflamed and painful. However, such symptoms can also arise due to muscle sprain-strain, aging or trauma. To get rid of the discomfort, gradually quit smoking and vaping. Get connected to a detox center that can help you successfully weaning off from it. Getting connected to a detox center is wise as it will give you urgent symptomatic treatment and medical aid whenever you will require. Get connected to a local doctor. In the meantime, rest and avoid activities that can worsen the pain and discomfort. You can take pain relieving medicines like naproxen, one stat when needed. Always take medicines after food. Using pain relieving topical creams/ointments, sprays and patches are also helpful. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician