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I have been chewing on and off for about 2 years. I have quit for about 2 weeks now, but should I be worried?
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Hello dw_h
The risk was increased by chewing tobacco. The longer you chewed the greater the risk. By stopping you have reduced the risk (good thing) but it will take a while for the risk to return to where it would have been if you had never chewed tobacco. But that is not a cause for worry, only a cause for vigilance. Have a good day. Best wishes Vinod Disclaimer: Please see your own dentist/doctor for a proper diagnosis as my words should not, in any circumstances, be taken as dental/medical advice. "If you see what is small as it sees itself, and accept what is weak for what strength it has, and use what is dim for the light it gives, then all will go well. This is called Acting Naturally." Lao-Tsu, Tao Teh King |
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Thank you so much for the kind words. I have wanted to quit for so long, and it has been very difficult, but each day it gets a little easier. The biggest challenge is not giving in during times of stress.
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Hello dw_h
You might find the following helpful:
Best wishes Vinod Disclaimer: Please see your own dentist/doctor for a proper diagnosis as my words should not, in any circumstances, be taken as dental/medical advice. "If you see what is small as it sees itself, and accept what is weak for what strength it has, and use what is dim for the light it gives, then all will go well. This is called Acting Naturally." Lao-Tsu, Tao Teh King |
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Thank You! Part of the reason I posted is that I noticed a small lump on the inside of my lower lip. The surface is not discolored or sore, and it is not painful. Could this be do to anything other than cancer? I am hoping to be referred to an ENT next week, and I am curious as to what they will say. All I can do is wait for now...
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Thanks again. I went into urgent care last week, and the doctor took a look and said that it was nothing to worry about. He said that to follow up with my primary, and get referred to an ENT if I am still worried or if the spot becomes sore or starts to grow. I will see my TP tomorrow, but I am already feeling a lot better.
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