Friday, September 13, 2019

Cigarette Smoke - Health Dangers


Everybody knows that cigarette smoke is harmful and is the leading cause of preventable death   that occur from cancer, respiratory disease, vascular disease and various other types of aliments as a result of cigarette smoke. Cigarette smoking causes about 90% of lung cancer deaths in men and almost 80% of lung cancer deaths in women. Smoking also causes cancers of the bladder, oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, cervix, kidney, lung, pancreas, and stomach, and causes acute myeloid leukemia.

The diseases in cigarette smoke come from the variety of dangerous chemicals like tar to carbon monoxide that are in a single cigarette which are very harmful to our bodies. Besides the well-known effects from smoking, like cancer, vascular diseases, miscarriages, impotence, etc., one of cigarettes most deadly side effects is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which is a disease that makes breathing difficult and can cause what's commonly known as 'smokers cough' and is also one the leading cause of death worldwide.   Cigarette smokers are   more likely to develop coronary heart disease than nonsmokers, and   a person can be at risk for a stroke.

These disturbing facts about cigarette smoking are very well-known by everyone, hence a smoker should decide and try to quit smoking; find people who supports your decision and will be able to help you quit smoking.  Quit smoking is not easy but it is possible, and you need to be strong.


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