These problems include cough and phlegm production, an increase in the number and severity of respiratory illnesses, decreased physical fitness, an unfavorable lipid profile and potential retardation in the rate of lung growth and the level of maximum lung function. An estimated 440,000 Americans die each year from diseases caused by smoking. These illnesses include Lung Cancer, bronchitis, heart diseases, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), and emphysema. As well as, of course, second hand smoking that presents the threat of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Many experts will also tell you second hand smoking is more dangerous than first hand, because of the unfiltered smoke containing 50 more cancerous substances than filtered cigarette smoke.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease also called COPD is a progressive life threatening lung disease that makes it difficult to breathe. It is caused by chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Damage to your airways eventually interferes with the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your lungs. It is considered a progressive disease because it worsens over time. More than 12 million people are infected in the U.S., while another 12 million people are believed to have the disease but remain undiagnosed.
When or if you smoke is it can cause rising in blood pressure, rise in heart rate, restrict the flow of blood from the heart to the brain, it speeds up the brain, causes arteries to narrow. The carbon monoxide reduces the amount of oxygen the blood can carry. It can also cough and sneezing. Long Term Effects: As I said before smoking tobacco affects anyone who uses it. Now you might be wondering what could happen if you smoking for a long period of time, lets say about 30 years.
People who smoke are up to six times more likely to suffer a heart attack than nonsmokers, and the risk increases with the number of cigarettes smoked. In the United States, approximately thirty eight thousand deaths each year are caused by exposure to second hand smoke. Among current smokers, chronic lung disease accounts for about seventy three percent of smoking-related conditions. Over time, smoking will cause serious health conditions such as: cancer of mouth and gums, tooth loss, and obviously, lung cancer and death. Smoking can result in the loss of medical readiness, which can and will affect your chances to possibly stay in the service.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Christopher Lanenga Kendra Tillis Mandy Duea Marna Nersesian Michael Eiden HCS 330 October 4, 2010 Sheela Hirao Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Although many have heard of the destruction smoking and nicotine can do, much only associate lung cancer with this deadly habit; however, a more common disease can develop. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the most frequent form of lung disease, which typically develops after long-term exposure to irritants that damage the lungs and the airways. COPD breaks down into two forms, which are chronic bronchitis, a long-term cough with mucous, and emphysema, defined as a destruction of the lungs over time. In the United States, approximately
Second hand smoking is what it’s called. This affects a lot more people than many would expect. Second hand smoking can cause an increase of developing heart disease by 25 to 30%. It can also increase the risk for stroke by 20 to 30% (Smoking and Tobacco Use, 2014). The list of affects doesn’t stop there either.
Then there's the most known "side-effect" oral cancer. Using chew tobacco has a direct effect on oral health. Cancers that distress the lips, gums, cheeks, or palate are quite frequent ("Smokeless"). Developing heart disease as a result of smokeless tobacco is not as familiar to folks as oral cancer. The user is at a greater risk of heart problems when using snuff.
It can be caused by heavy alcohol use and infection. Roughly 75 percent of primary liver cancers begin in hepatocytes(liver cells). Unless a person has a preexisting liver condition, such as cirrhosis, which would cause the symptoms of liver cancer to appear more quickly and be more intense, they may not realize the symptoms are an indicator of a serious medical condition. It is for this reason that many people are not diagnosed until the
Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine which is a highly addictive substance, on top of toxic chemicals like diethylene glycol (DEG), which it can be found in anti-freeze. DEG is a colorless,practically odorless, poisonous, and hygroscopic liquid with a sweetish taste. It can be contaminant in consumer products; this has resulted in numerous epidemics of poisoning since the early 20th century. Dr. Frank Leone, a pulmonary expert at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, said, “A top concern is the nicotine delivery rate, with nicotine patches and gum, nicotine is regulated, but with e-cigarettes, heat creates free base form of nicotine that is more addictive. Once addicted, the body will crave nicotine”.
David M. Valdez Ms. Sifuentes MDCA-1402 27 May 2013 Emphysema Emphysema is a disease of the lungs that primarily causes the person with that disease to have shortness of breath in their everyday life. Emphysema destroys the tissues of the lungs that are vital to support the physical shape of the lungs. It is mostly caused by cigarette or tobacco smoking or air pollution. It is included in a group of diseases called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is the abbreviation in medical terms. There are some obvious symptoms if you smoke, also some might have emphysema for many years without noticing any of the signs or symptoms.