Christopher Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 1.) Dry Throat and / or Sore Throat - PG is a humectrant and when vaping the back of the throat gets coated. You can find that after sleeping, you wake up with a sore throat. Things that can help are drinking a glass of water before bed, gargling with a mouthwash to cut the PG coating before bed, drinking water throughout the day, using hard candies and drinking liquids with honey liquid thru the day to keep your mouth moist. 2.) Acne breakouts - Many e-smokers find that if they switch completely they experience small breakouts of acne. This seems to be a reaction to the body expelling toxins and is consistent with the symptoms found when quitting smoking. What else have folks experienced ? 3.) Hiccups - Hiccups are common among smokers and tobacco users. They're a result of swallowing nicotine. Hiccups are most common among those who use chewing tobacco, snus, dissolvable tobacco tablets. They swallow tobacco juice and hiccups can result. They are not common among pipe and cigar smokers, who neither swallow nor inhale smoke, or users of nasal snuff. If you tend to "gulp" your vapor or let it sit in your mouth and then inhale sharply - you're sending part of the inhalation to your stomach, part to your lungs. The stomach part produces hiccups from the nicotine you put there. 4.) Headaches, Nausea & Shakiness - These are common nicotine withdrawal symptoms. If you are using a low dose of nicotine and not taking in as much as when you normally smoked, you can experience these withdrawal symptoms. These withdrawal symptoms typically last only a few days to a week. 5.) Muscle Cramps and Aches - some people report increased muscle pains. The PG in most nicotine mixtures breaks down into Lactic Acid, which needs to be eliminated from the body. Increasing water intake usually addresses this problem. Not reported as much when using VG (vegetable glycerin) mixtures. 6.) Night Sweats - a few people have reported this and they have generally found out that they have an intolerance or allergic reaction to PG. There are a few pre-packaged liquids available with VG instead, but most people end up making their own liquid if they suspect a PG reaction. 7.) Diarrhea - this is another symptom that seems to be most commonly reported by people that have a reaction to PG and switching to VG seems to solve the problem. 8.) Coughing - this is very typical, and the severity and duration will depend on how heavy a smoker you were before switching, and how many real smokes you still have while e-smoking. Even when quitting smoking without using e-cigs, people find that their body starts coughing up all the junk they've been putting in - tars, chemicals, etc. When e-smoking, some folks find they start coughing up this junk within a week or two - some faster. The duration will vary, but most people were finding that the morning cough went away in the first week and the rest of the junk came up within the first month - but it's very common. 9.) Mouth Ulcers / Canker Sores - multiple folks have experienced this. Oral ulcers are a common result of ceased cigarette smoking, affecting about two out of five quitters. The nicotine being absorbed through your mouth can also exacerbate this, as folks using nicotine gum also have experienced these mouth sores. After you vap, drink something to rinse your mouth out. This will get the nic out of your mouth and not give it a chance to sit there and irritate your mouth tissue and cause a sore. 10.) Racing Pulse, Dizziness, Slurred Speech - these are very common with a nicotine overdose. Sometimes we overestimate just how much nicotine we were getting with regular cigarettes, and underestimate how much we are vaping - particularly at the beginning. Racing pulse is the most common, slurred speech less so - but usually too much nicotine. Try cutting down the dosage in your cartridges or liquids or vaping less frequently. However, some people experience this even with a low nicotine liquid and find that switching to Vegetable Glycerin (VG) solves their problems. 11.) Heartburn - some folks have reported heartburn / acid symptoms. Not enough information yet to guess why - but these symptoms seem to come after a couple of weeks of e-smoking and then go away again. Could just be an adjustment symptom, but users have reported it happening. ---- AND SOME GOOD "SYMPTOMS" ---- Since we don't want to focus on just the negatives, I wanted to put in some positive words from our experienced users. First, most people adjust in the first week to symptoms. Dry throat and sore throat are easily remedied, and things like headaches or gas tend to go away quickly. Sinuses clearing up - this is a wonderful thing when it starts happening. Your sense of smell starts to come back, stuffiness goes away, etc. You start noticing the smell of other people's smoke, or more subtle smells you've forgotten about as a smoker. The downside is you also start to smell the nastier smells too. Smoker's Morning Cough going away - most people find that the annoying first thing in the morning coughing session goes away. Depending on how bad that was for you as a smoker, this is a definite milestone. Deeper, Clear Breathing - as your body clears all the toxins away, you start breathing deeper. Some folks actually find they get dizzy initially, as they are taking in more oxygen. Many smokers actually breathe really shallow, especially if they've been smoking for a long while - so the change can be quite dramatic. Smoke Smell Begone - no more stale smoke smell in your hair, your clothes, your home, your car. Downside is once your sense of smell comes back, you're prone to go on a massive cleaning spree - especially if you smoked in your home because you suddenly realize how bad it smells. Taken From ECF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Thanks so much for this info. I wasn't sure what to expect and this certainly prepares me for any unusual changes to my system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sekret Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 I've been waking up with a sore throat for the past 4 days , and my voice has gone horse/hoarse , whatever !!! Anyone else dealing with this ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royce Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 I've been waking up with a sore throat for the past 4 days ' date=' and my voice has gone horse/hoarse , whatever !!! Anyone else dealing with this ?[/quote'] Happens to me, but not from vaping happens when the weather changes and my allergies start acting up. Doesn’t sound like it’s from vaping but if you think it might be pick up some non pg juice or stop vaping for a day or two and see if it helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sekret Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Stop vaping ??!!!!! What have you been smoking ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royce Posted March 3, 2009 Share Posted March 3, 2009 Touché sir, if you continue to wake up with a sore throat I would suggest you buy some non pg smoke juice Johnson Creek are the only ones who sell it to the best of my knowledge... as the sore throat may be an allergic reaction to PG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted March 3, 2009 Author Share Posted March 3, 2009 Often the sore throat is from the nicotine drying out the mucus membranes inside your mouth. After vaping for longs periods of time gargle with a bit of water and swallow. Or just keep a bottle of water near you while you vape and take small sips every so often. Many of us vape more often than we smoked, which is fine, but if your vaping a high nicotine content your going to needs some moisture restored back to your throat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H3VAPER Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 My problem is I just want more.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rik Posted June 15, 2009 Share Posted June 15, 2009 My problem is after 5 weeks of no analog cigs my friends that still smoke, STINK!!! lol Vaping has been great for me, but I just cant seem to get enough vapor!! I'm working on this as I order a 510! We'll see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydesteppa Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 Been vaping for two days and i have a bit of an upset stomach. I dont feel like throwing up or anything but it just feels like everything down there is moving more than it should (im not talking about my bowles just my tummy :P ) Anyone else get this or is it just a coincidence? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StringDancer Posted June 19, 2009 Share Posted June 19, 2009 Syde, even a bit of the juice in your stomach will knot you up. Did you happen to swallow some of the juice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted June 20, 2009 Author Share Posted June 20, 2009 Been vaping for two days and i have a bit of an upset stomach. I dont feel like throwing up or anything but it just feels like everything down there is moving more than it should (im not talking about my bowles just my tummy :P ) Anyone else get this or is it just a coincidence? You MAY be allergic to PG, you may want to try some of Johnson Creek's juice, which they offer in none PG. http://www.johnsoncreeksmokejuice.com/ Be sure to check none pg when you order, then see if your stomach issues go away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydesteppa Posted June 20, 2009 Share Posted June 20, 2009 (edited) You MAY be allergic to PG, you may want to try some of Johnson Creek's juice, which they offer in none PG. http://www.johnsoncreeksmokejuice.com/ Be sure to check none pg when you order, then see if your stomach issues go away Just had a look at the johnson creek website. Its gonna cost me 52 bucks to get 1 thing of 30ml juice........ Any other suggestions? Edited June 20, 2009 by Sydesteppa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted June 20, 2009 Share Posted June 20, 2009 Been vaping for two days and i have a bit of an upset stomach. I dont feel like throwing up or anything but it just feels like everything down there is moving more than it should (im not talking about my bowles just my tummy :P ) Anyone else get this or is it just a coincidence? I also get this periodically, like right now. Seems if i vape on an empty stomach it happens, or if I am a little hungover it also happens, maybe vaped too much when drinking. Basically perhaps an OD on nic or just a weak stomach. goes away if I eat a little something. try this place for VG it is pretty reasonable and lot's 'o flavs JuicyLiquid DIY kits pg & vg good luck to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted June 20, 2009 Author Share Posted June 20, 2009 Just had a look at the johnson creek website. Its gonna cost me 52 bucks to get 1 thing of 30ml juice........ Any other suggestions? 52? I see it listed for 20 bucks, plus shipping I think is only $5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 SydeSteppa lives in Austrailia. Expensive shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydesteppa Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 SydeSteppa lives in Austrailia. Expensive shipping. Hehe yep. Thank heavens for China.............(get the pun?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydesteppa Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 I also get this periodically, like right now. Seems if i vape on an empty stomach it happens, or if I am a little hungover it also happens, maybe vaped too much when drinking. Basically perhaps an OD on nic or just a weak stomach. goes away if I eat a little something. try this place for VG it is pretty reasonable and lot's 'o flavs JuicyLiquid DIY kits pg & vg good luck to you I will pay more attention to my eating habbits in relation to my vaping habits. I had a look at the link you posted (thanks very much) However non of the flavours really appealed to me :P They had some cool stuff you dont see on other sites but it wassnt really my idea of something i want to vape. Thanks heaps for the advise and the suggestion though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krakkan Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Worst side effect of Vaping you meet people like Chris and Sean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted June 21, 2009 Author Share Posted June 21, 2009 Yea we are pretty crazy! What can I say Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Com' on you say what you want about Sean but leave my Chris-ie Poo alone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted June 21, 2009 Author Share Posted June 21, 2009 Vacker baby, when are you just going to ask me out on a date? Vegas sound good? I'll book a suite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Time Place you bookit and I will meet you there ;^) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopher Posted June 21, 2009 Author Share Posted June 21, 2009 Done! They only had one bed sorry...no really I swear! I think we should change Vapor Talk to Off Topic Talk what do you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vacker1229 Posted June 21, 2009 Share Posted June 21, 2009 Let's change it to Vegas|Talk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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