08-01-2013, 04:23 AM
I'm not advocating consuming nicotine, but certainly the majority of women (genetic and trans) who use tobacco do not get clots. Of those women who do have a problem with blood clots, I wonder how many smoke? Estrogen itself is a risk factor for blood clots, but then so is T, at least in the form of Androgel.
I can certainly understand the addictive nature of nicotine. Nicotine stimulates through the release of dopamine (I learned this while researching depression) which makes a person feel good. It also explains the use of Zyban/Wellbutrin/bupropion as a cessation aid. I hope those who wish to quit find a way to succeed.
Blackhawk, you're lucky you survived your clot. Good luck in the future, and be careful. Given the history of the clot, you might ask the doctor about an aspirin regimen, if you're not on one already, before trying PM again.
I can certainly understand the addictive nature of nicotine. Nicotine stimulates through the release of dopamine (I learned this while researching depression) which makes a person feel good. It also explains the use of Zyban/Wellbutrin/bupropion as a cessation aid. I hope those who wish to quit find a way to succeed.
Blackhawk, you're lucky you survived your clot. Good luck in the future, and be careful. Given the history of the clot, you might ask the doctor about an aspirin regimen, if you're not on one already, before trying PM again.