Overview
Nicotine withdrawal is a set of symptoms experienced by individuals attempting to quit smoking, characterized by physical and psychological symptoms including irritability, anxiety, craving, and difficulty concentrating 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849505152535455565758596061626364.Diagnosis
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