Does anyone know how long a guy like me (20 yr dipper) has to stay quit before the risk of cancer returns to that of the general public.
I'm not caving...promise. I'm kicking nic's ass one day at a time. Just wanted to know when I can breathe easier. I've heard it takes 15 years for a dipper to return to normal cancer risk levels.
If so, the next 15 years will be such a more enjoyable journey than the last 20 years...cancer-wise.
I've talked to my physician about this. Truthfully, you will always be at a slightly higher risk than someone who never used tobacco. However, the odds of getting cancer are getting dramatically better each and everyday and milestone. I have read after 15 years you are just about at the same risk as a guy who never used.
But the health benefits don't stop with Cancer. Its your friggin heart that is screaming thank you everyday you stay quit. Most of us focus on the cancer, but dipping is terrible for your heart (according to my doc). Stay quit, and you are FAR less likely to have a heart attack or stroke at an early age.
I feel 100 times better already (after 3 weeks). I swear my fingernails are healthier, my hair feels softer, my teeth whiter, my legs stronger, my endurance better, my vision better.......I could go on and on. Dip fucks with your whole body, I'm starting to realize that.