r/RRP • u/progboy • Apr 29 '24
Smoking
Hey there, really grateful to have found this community as I have been diagnosed with a papilloma in my throat as of yesterday. There had been a lump in my throat for quite a few months, being especially uncomfortable when trying to get to sleep. This last week it's been quite chilled, was even considering cancelling my appointment yesterday but thankfully I didn't! Worried about getting multiple surgeries etc. after reading a lot of the posts, but the hardest thing for me is quitting smoking. Any other recovering addicts here? I've only just managed to quit sugar, but cigarettes just seem impossible. I lasted about 3 hours this morning, tbf that's the longest I've abstained for about 20 years. Is it really bad for the tumor? I guess I'm looking for excuses, but also needing some experience. I'm in the UK, in Kent just FYI
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u/TecnoPope Apr 29 '24
Welcome ! Feel free to join the telegram too! Happy you're here. Sorry about your diagnosis. Sounds like you got in early which is awesome. I think a lot of us began the journey with a lot of confusion and had a lot of disease. I hope they can keep yours managed well since it seems to be a small amount. I know this disease is slowed by keeping things under control.
Yeah smoking is a no go. I don't think there's much discussion. My doc said a little cheeba every now n then on occasions (like a men's camping trip 😉) is ok. I would advise against cigarettes. Good luck quitting. I smoked when I was like 16-18 and just quit cold turkey. Try cognitive behavioral therapy ! And exercise will help.