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motivatedunicorn1 Year Smoke Free
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I am halfway through day 2, I am using NRT patches. Has anyone else found they have severe fatigue? I feel like my body is a lead weight and cant concentrate on anything. Will this pass. I was told the first two weeks are the worst. I feel like Ive lost my appetite too

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RoisinO1Administrator3 Years Smoke Free

Huge welcome to our community motivatedunicorn and congratulations on 2 days quit!

I am almost 2 years quit cold turkey and has been the best decision of my life :) What you are experiencing with fatigue and lack of concentration is normal withdrawals which may reoccur again when you come off the patches as the nicotine leaves your system it just takes 3 days. With the nicotine fix still getting into your body and mind, it will therefore leave the withdrawals lasting longer, but good news, as each day passes smoke free, the stronger you will become and easier it gets. For me when I quit, my appetite increased as could taste and smell everything so much better, but the loss of appetite might be a side effect from the patches if you want to check them - have a read of below link of pinned posts - knowledge is key to know what is going on - stay close to us and post anytime, we are here to help :)

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RoisinO1Administrator3 Years Smoke Free in reply toRoisinO1

How is day 3 going for you motivatedunicorn ?

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motivatedunicorn1 Year Smoke Free in reply toRoisinO1

I have slept alot of it. When i havent been asleep I've been tidying things that dont need tidying to keep occupied haha. But still so tired though. Im glad everyone os saying it passes in a week or so. I know it will be worth it I am stronger than a craving 💪

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motivatedunicorn1 Year Smoke Free in reply toRoisinO1

Thank you!! This community os exactly what I need to keep me going x

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MAB52 Years Smoke Free

Yes, fatigue, brain fog, all symptoms but it does get so much better. Stay Strong! You can do this.

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melsamoo1 Year Smoke Free

I don't think I lifted myself off the sofa for the first week unless it was to drag myself up to bed but it did not last. Week 2 I had my energy back

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HercuValued Contributor

Motivatedunicorn..yup..ouch..!! but normal and the best is, it does pass..!!

Hang on in there and yes the first few weeks are the worst but is getting better and better..Strongs !!

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RoisinO1Administrator3 Years Smoke Free

How is things going motivatedunicorn ?

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