Risks of smoking
Risks and dangers of smoking tobacco
Smoking affects many parts of the body and exposes people nearby to secondhand smoke. The sections below explain key risks. You can also explore: What happens when you quit smoking.
Health risks of smoking
- Cancers linked to smoking:
- Lung
- Mouth
- Throat
- Larynx
- Esophagus
- Bladder
- Cervix
- Colon
- Rectum
- Liver
- Kidney
- Pancreas
- Stomach
- Acute myeloid leukemia
- Risk of heart disease.
- Risk of developing COPD.
- Coughs, sputum production, wheezing.
- Damage to circulation and lung function.
- Impaired immune function.
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Higher risk of premature death.
Physical risks of smoking
- Reduced sense of taste and smell.
- Stained teeth.
- Higher risk of gum disease and tooth loss.
- Bad breath and cigarette smoke odor on clothing.
Social and family risks of smoking
Secondhand smoke exposes family and friends to harmful substances. It increases risks including heart disease and lung cancer in adults and respiratory illness in children.
Sex, reproductive and pregnancy risks of smoking
Smoking can affect fertility and increase the risk of erectile dysfunction.
Smoking during pregnancy increases risks including premature birth and low birth weight.
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