Smoking kills, this we know. But exactly what diseases can you get from smoking? Lets take a look at 7 of the most likely outcomes from smoking tobacco.
1. Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is often the disease people most associate with sustained tobacco use. Genetic damage on the cellular level can create a condition of unchecked cell growth that the body cannot stop. Treatments for cancer have been improving, however lung cancer remains one of the more difficult to treat and usually results in partial or total removal of a the diseased lung.
2. Emphysema
This disease is quite common, it is almost guaranteed to occur as a user ages. Essentially the function of the lung is reduced, and oxygen levels become increasingly difficult to maintain. Additionally the transportation of fluid from the lungs is inhibited and someone suffering from emphysema could literally drown without treatment. The only effective medical option, is supplemental oxygen.
3. Infection
The exact infection that occurs can vary, but are all caused by reduced immune system functioning. Smoking impacts the immune system, and reduces the ability to fight infectious agents. Treatments vary, and few infections are fatal.
4. Oral Cancer
The genetic damage caused by smoking is not exclusive to the lungs, oral cancers are fairly common. Most of us have seen smokers who use various speech devices due to cancers that robbed their ability to speak.
5. COPD
