Christine. Thanks for responding. I went to your link and, wow, just wow. Story sounds just like mine and thousands of other teens who started smoking or dipping. It is amazing the inner arguments you have with yourself when the topic of quitting smoking comes up. "Oh i'll just cut down" or "i'll just switch to the e-cig. That will be much safer", or my favorite one " I have been smoking so long whats the point of quitting? The damage is already done and I will probably get cancer even if I do quit"! As the old saying goes, "Denial is not a river in Egypt".

I have to go see my primary care physician next week for a prescription refill and also have a dental appointment on 4/4. I also have a great ENT should the need arise. I was just hoping to put my mind at ease before then.