Chantix has shown promising results in aiding the stoppage of nicotine dependence though it has also been linked to horrible side effects including psychosis and bad dreams. I would be cautious. Wellbutrin, or Zyban as it is called for the stop smoking aid, has also proved promising in some people.
It is best to stop smoking prior to a major surgery to aid in the healing process. Many surgeons are refusing to operate anymore unless patients give up smoking.
Terry Newton
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1980 ruptured L4-L5
1988 ruptured SI-L5
1990 ruptured C5-C6
1994 ruptured C6-C7
1995 Hemi-Laminectomy C5-C6, C6-C7 Mayo Clinic
Bicycle Accident 2004
MRI, EMG, Facet Injections, Epidural Blocks, Lumbar Discogram.
Stenum Hospital Surgery November 4, 2006
Prestige Disc C5-C6, C6-C7
Maverick Disc S1-L5, L4-L5
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