I finally went to see my doctor today, after being pushed and prodded by my wife, and after reading so many posts here about depression, anxiety, self medicating by smoking etc.
First, big congratulations from the doc for my 5 month quit. Second the breathlessness I had been experiencing is seemingly caused by mild panic attacks and anxiety. My lungs are good and strong..no probelms there !! Thirdly. I am suffering from depression and anxiety. surprise surprise !! I should have listened to you all sooner.
At least now I know there is a reason I have been feeling and acting the way I have been, and there is relief to at last know that there is light at the end of the tunnel (with a little chemical help)
I hope that at last I can start to enjoy being a non-smoker.
Here's to brighter months ahead
Cheers
KiwiKeith
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 9/29/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 149
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 3,748
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $1728.4
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 22 [B]Hrs:[/B] 11 [B]Mins:[/B] 42 [B]Seconds:[/B] 51
