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Which doctor should you go to to quit smoking?

Which doctor should you go to to quit smoking?

Which Doctor and Department to Visit to Quit Smoking?

Smoking is considered one of the most significant health problems of our time and creates a strong addiction. Although the effects of smoking may not be immediately noticeable, over time, it can lead to serious health issues.

The harm caused by smoking affects not just a single organ but has a comprehensive impact on all systems of the body. As a result, individuals who smoke often try to quit, aware of these negative effects. However, due to the high addictive potential of smoking, many people find it difficult to quit through willpower alone.

Ways and Tips to Quit Smoking

The harmful substances in cigarettes can lead to serious health problems. Therefore, informed individuals should protect themselves from these harms and quit smoking as soon as possible. Although smoking may not cause intense withdrawal crises like other addictive substances, users may still experience mild withdrawal symptoms when trying to quit. It is well-known that attempts to quit smoking based solely on willpower often end in failure.

The primary reason why willpower-based attempts to quit smoking fail is that smokers do not fully understand the nature of their addiction. Therefore, understanding the addiction process is crucial in guiding efforts to quit smoking. Additionally, seeking medical support can also be considered.

Which Doctor Should Be Consulted During the Quitting Process?

For those wondering which doctor to consult during the process of quitting smoking, the recommended place is the Smoking Cessation Clinics found in hospitals. The specialists working in these clinics are healthcare professionals specialized in helping people quit smoking. Upon your visit, certain tests will be conducted to assess the degree of your nicotine addiction, and the treatment process will be shaped based on this information.

Which Department Should Be Consulted to Quit Smoking?

For those wondering which department to consult to quit smoking, Smoking Cessation Clinics are among the best options. These clinics are usually part of the Pulmonology (Chest Diseases) Department. However, not all smoking cessation clinics are staffed with pulmonologists.

General practitioners and family doctors who hold smoking cessation certificates also work in these clinics. After determining the level of your addiction, the specialists will have an individual consultation with you to provide detailed information about the quitting process. With their expert guidance, you can manage your smoking cessation process more effectively and easily.

Which Doctor Should You See to Quit Smoking?

If you're wondering which doctor to consult for help in quitting smoking, you can visit a Smoking Cessation Clinic. These clinics are typically part of the Pulmonology (Chest Diseases) Department. However, not all of them are staffed with pulmonologists. General practitioners and family doctors with smoking cessation certificates also work in these clinics.

Update Date: 18.01.2024
Elif Küpeli, MD, Professor
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