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    GlossarySmoking Cessation (Quitting Smoking)

    discontinuing the habit of smoking tobacco products

    Smoking cessation, also known as quitting smoking or tobacco cessation, refers to the process of discontinuing the habit of smoking tobacco products. This can involve various strategies such as behavioral therapy, medications like nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) or prescription drugs, and support groups. The goal is to overcome nicotine addiction and reduce the risk of smoking-related diseases, such as lung cancer, heart disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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      community My hair stopped falling out after I quit smoking

      in Update  60 upvotes 1 month ago
      Quitting smoking led to reduced hair loss for the original poster, who also used finasteride and topical minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences with smoking and hair loss, with some noticing improvements after quitting and others seeing no change.

      community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

      in Research/Science  235 upvotes 10 months ago
      Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

      community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  673 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.