I just found out that I have acid reflux and thrush in my esophagus and my throat/esophagus is really irritated, the doctor said that if I didn't quit smoking then I'd probably get throat or oral cancer. Sooo I quit yesterday, after being a pack a day smoker for 8 years. I've tried quitting before but feel more motivated this time. The cravings suck, I have them frequently and sometimes they seem never ending.. but I'm hanging in there, I've been chewing a lot of gum.