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    How does your bladder feel after quitting smoking?

    Hello,

    I am a smoker and am wondering if anyone has noticed whether there
    bladder has become less agitated since quitting?

    I know I need to quit and am gearing up to soon, but was wondering if anyone has noticed a change in the feeling of there bladder for the good?
    Live Well
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    Diagnosed:
    Dec 2005
    Diagnosis:
    IC
    Cysto/Hydro:
    Dec 2005
    Other Conditions:
    Anxiety, Insomnia, Chronic Sinusitis, Bursitis of the hip, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, PFD, Inflamitory Arthritis of the neck, Allergy to Yeast and Dairy
    Meds for IC:
    Prosed/DS as needed which works much better for me than Pyridium, Prelief, Coffee Tamer, Claritin 5mgs and sodium bicarb as needed.
    Alternative Treatments
    Physical therapy for 8 weeks, Acupuncture (just started).
    Other Meds:
    Skelaxin (as needed)
    Didn't work:
    Detrol LA (didn't help symptoms), Pyridium 200mg isn't working very well anymore.
    Tried:
    Elmiron (Major Dizziness), Hydrodistention (Greatly exacerbated IC symptoms), Urised (hard time breathing), Ditropan (bladder pain the next day), Rescue Instillations - Lidocane, sodium bicarb (all over body rash with itching),
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  • #2
    It's been a long time. I quit over twenty years ago --- but it did make my bladder feel less irritated. Also, in addition to smoking causing heart disease and lung cancer, it's also been proved to be a major cause of bladder cancers.

    You are wise to be planning to quit. I know it's not easy --- I don't think I could have done it without nicotine gum --- but I've never regretted quitting for even a minute.

    Sending encouraging hugs,
    Donna
    Stay safe


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    • #3
      I just quit smoking 3 months ago, but my IC has been in remission for over a year and a half. So in my case it doesn't seem to have made any difference in my symptoms. However, there are many other obvious and well-known benefits!

      As you're gearing up to quit take a look at this website: www.whyquit.com

      Lots of great stuff there to support you as you get ready to quit, during your first weeks off, and after. I still visit for guidance and give a lot of credit to that site for my sustaining this quit!

      Good luck!

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      • #4
        That is good news, I cannot wait to be a non-smoker! I know it is so bad for me, however it has been so difficult to quit. I have tried countless times, I hope it sticks this time!
        Live Well
        Love Much
        Laugh Often!



        Diagnosed:
        Dec 2005
        Diagnosis:
        IC
        Cysto/Hydro:
        Dec 2005
        Other Conditions:
        Anxiety, Insomnia, Chronic Sinusitis, Bursitis of the hip, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, PFD, Inflamitory Arthritis of the neck, Allergy to Yeast and Dairy
        Meds for IC:
        Prosed/DS as needed which works much better for me than Pyridium, Prelief, Coffee Tamer, Claritin 5mgs and sodium bicarb as needed.
        Alternative Treatments
        Physical therapy for 8 weeks, Acupuncture (just started).
        Other Meds:
        Skelaxin (as needed)
        Didn't work:
        Detrol LA (didn't help symptoms), Pyridium 200mg isn't working very well anymore.
        Tried:
        Elmiron (Major Dizziness), Hydrodistention (Greatly exacerbated IC symptoms), Urised (hard time breathing), Ditropan (bladder pain the next day), Rescue Instillations - Lidocane, sodium bicarb (all over body rash with itching),

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        • #5
          When I quit, I made the decision that if I could go without smoking for four days, I could quit for the rest of my life. Those four days were awful, but it just reinforced my decision --- I didn't want to repeat those four days.

          You can do it!

          Warm hugs,
          Donna
          Stay safe


          Elmiron Eye Disease Information Center - https://www.ic-network.com/elmiron-p...mation-center/
          Elmiron Eye Disease Fact Sheet (Downloadable) - https://www.ic-network.com/wp-conten...nFactSheet.pdf

          Have you checked the ICN Shop?
          Click on ICN Shop at the top of this page. You'll find Bladder Builder and Bladder Rest, both of which we are finding have excellent results.

          Patient Help: http://www.ic-network.com/patientlinks.html

          Sub-types https://www.ic-network.com/five-pote...markably-well/

          Diet list: https://www.ic-network.com/interstitial-cystitis-diet/

          AUA Guidelines: https://www.ic-network.com/aua-guide...tial-cystitis/

          I am not a medical authority nor do I offer medical advice. In all cases, I strongly encourage you to discuss your medical treatment with your personal medical care provider. Only they can, and should, give medical recommendations to you.           [3MG]

          Anyone who says something is foolproof hasn't met a determined fool

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          • #6
            Thanks you! I will do it!
            Live Well
            Love Much
            Laugh Often!



            Diagnosed:
            Dec 2005
            Diagnosis:
            IC
            Cysto/Hydro:
            Dec 2005
            Other Conditions:
            Anxiety, Insomnia, Chronic Sinusitis, Bursitis of the hip, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, PFD, Inflamitory Arthritis of the neck, Allergy to Yeast and Dairy
            Meds for IC:
            Prosed/DS as needed which works much better for me than Pyridium, Prelief, Coffee Tamer, Claritin 5mgs and sodium bicarb as needed.
            Alternative Treatments
            Physical therapy for 8 weeks, Acupuncture (just started).
            Other Meds:
            Skelaxin (as needed)
            Didn't work:
            Detrol LA (didn't help symptoms), Pyridium 200mg isn't working very well anymore.
            Tried:
            Elmiron (Major Dizziness), Hydrodistention (Greatly exacerbated IC symptoms), Urised (hard time breathing), Ditropan (bladder pain the next day), Rescue Instillations - Lidocane, sodium bicarb (all over body rash with itching),

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            • #7
              AWESOME BRIZA. yes my bladder feels better, its been a year in 42 minutes
              'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'

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              • #8
                Congratulations!
                Live Well
                Love Much
                Laugh Often!



                Diagnosed:
                Dec 2005
                Diagnosis:
                IC
                Cysto/Hydro:
                Dec 2005
                Other Conditions:
                Anxiety, Insomnia, Chronic Sinusitis, Bursitis of the hip, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, PFD, Inflamitory Arthritis of the neck, Allergy to Yeast and Dairy
                Meds for IC:
                Prosed/DS as needed which works much better for me than Pyridium, Prelief, Coffee Tamer, Claritin 5mgs and sodium bicarb as needed.
                Alternative Treatments
                Physical therapy for 8 weeks, Acupuncture (just started).
                Other Meds:
                Skelaxin (as needed)
                Didn't work:
                Detrol LA (didn't help symptoms), Pyridium 200mg isn't working very well anymore.
                Tried:
                Elmiron (Major Dizziness), Hydrodistention (Greatly exacerbated IC symptoms), Urised (hard time breathing), Ditropan (bladder pain the next day), Rescue Instillations - Lidocane, sodium bicarb (all over body rash with itching),

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                • #9
                  Congrats, Cindy! Proud of you Tell me it gets easier!

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                  • #10
                    I am going to try to quit when i get my own place, its hard when you are around a smoker. i have quit before for 5 years and was stupid and lit one up its tough but i think i can do it again.
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                    • #11
                      It definitely does get easier. I don't even want to smoke and haven't wanted to for many years. Linda, I know it's not easy to quit when you're around others who smoke. When I quit (over twenty years ago) my husband put away his pipe and I stayed away from smoking areas for a long time. Now I can't stand the smell of tobacco smoke.

                      Donna
                      Stay safe


                      Elmiron Eye Disease Information Center - https://www.ic-network.com/elmiron-p...mation-center/
                      Elmiron Eye Disease Fact Sheet (Downloadable) - https://www.ic-network.com/wp-conten...nFactSheet.pdf

                      Have you checked the ICN Shop?
                      Click on ICN Shop at the top of this page. You'll find Bladder Builder and Bladder Rest, both of which we are finding have excellent results.

                      Patient Help: http://www.ic-network.com/patientlinks.html

                      Sub-types https://www.ic-network.com/five-pote...markably-well/

                      Diet list: https://www.ic-network.com/interstitial-cystitis-diet/

                      AUA Guidelines: https://www.ic-network.com/aua-guide...tial-cystitis/

                      I am not a medical authority nor do I offer medical advice. In all cases, I strongly encourage you to discuss your medical treatment with your personal medical care provider. Only they can, and should, give medical recommendations to you.                       [3MG]

                      Anyone who says something is foolproof hasn't met a determined fool

                      Comment

                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Briza View Post
                        Congrats, Cindy! Proud of you Tell me it gets easier!
                        Oh yes Dear it gets easier and easier. I have my days where I want one but they are very far and few in between. I actually can't stand the smell of smoke it makes me ill. I made a NEW post for hitting the 1 year and some things I have noticed. keep it going, its worth it.
                        'The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you.'

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                        • #13
                          I just stopped smoking! It has been a WEEK and I am DYING hahah I want one soo bad, but it just seems so pointless for me when I am trying to make my body so healthy and still smoking!...Have not noticed too much with the bladder other than I have good and bad days, but maby it will make a difference in the long run?
                          28 yrs old,

                          I have little to no problems now with my bladder, unless I am very stressed out, I forget to take Elmiron for a few days, or I eat or drink something that I know is a trigger...(i.e) like eating a tomato or drinking tea.... Took a long time to get here, but it IS possible to feel good again I just want people who are new to know that IT CAN get better, and for every one person who is suffering, there are hundreds of others who feel GREAT because they have control of thier IC.

                          What Works: Tylenol 3's, Pyridium, Elmiron (Going on 4 years now!) HOT showers!!!

                          Medications/ Vitamins: Elmiron-100mg 4x's daily Tylenol 3's/Advil (flaring) Vitamin D, WILD salmon oil 4x gels in the morning, Women's ONE a DAY multivitamin (the gummy kind doesn't make me flare) and PROBIOTICS!



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                          • #14
                            To all of you who are in the process of doing something that is so important, I say well done and stay with it. It is one of the best things you can do for yourself and those around you who do not smoke.

                            No...It is not easy to do, but ,Yes, it does get easier day after day, week after week, month after month and year after year. Hubby and I both stopped the last week of May 1991. This year is our 20 year non smoker anniversary. I have to say that I find it hard to think back to those years I smoked. It seems like it was someone else who did that to her body. I can not imagine any reason why I would ever smoke again. And, I am also someone who cannot stand the smell of cigarettes smoke now.

                            Stay with it...You can do it...It is possible...!!!!!
                            Sharon

                            Shopping??? Did someone mention shopping? I'll get my hat... ;-)

                            Where I can be found most days.



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                            • #15
                              Shamay, if you make your mind to quit smoking then you definitely quit it. When you need smoking try another thing like mint toffee etc. It will definitely help you.
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