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How Quickly Can a Nicotine Addiction Develop?

Updated: Mar 4



It doesn’t take long for the body to become addicted to nicotine after exposure to smoking. The brain’s intense response to nicotine makes it difficult for many people to stop smoking after they start. Nicotine addiction can happen even after a few days of smoking, which will lead to health problems in the future.


Double board-certified physician Dr. Raj Singh and the expert team at HEALOR Primary Care in Las Vegas, NV can assist you in recovering from nicotine addiction. We want to provide help for you as soon as possible, as the risk of nicotine addiction can be dramatic. The fact that your body can become addicted to nicotine very fast and without effort can also be a concern.


How does nicotine impact the body?


One main reason why a nicotine addiction can develop so fast involves how it functions in the body. Nicotine from smoking can enter your bloodstream through your lungs. The chemical produces positive feelings and distracts you from harm, thus making your body want to consume more.


Nicotine can reach the brain in a few seconds after exposure. The effects will wear off in a couple of minutes, at which point the person will become irritated. The effects can worsen if the person has been using nicotine more often and is more used to the