SOME COMMON DISEASE THAT CAUSE OF CIGARETTE SMOKING

Respiratory diseases are not the only risk smokers face every time they consume a cigarette. They are also perfect preys for other diseases including skin problems such as wrinkles, delayed healing of wounds and yellow and brown stains on the fingers and nails.
Lung cancer and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD) are the more publicized negative effects tobacco products can do to a smoker, but skin diseases also effect the general well-being of a person.
SKIN DISEASES- Miscellaneous skin lesions and squamous cell carcinoma (skin cancer) include the other horrors a cigarette buff is prone to, according to the skin specialist.
" No one has ever died of wrinkles, yet non of the cutaneous (skin) manifestations of smoking generate as much interest and attention as wrinkles"

PSORIASIS- Is a skin disease characterized by red scaly patches appearing on the elbows and knees but can also manifest in the scalp and in the genitals.
Expert say the condition is influenced by genes but some factors such as smoking, stress and excessive alcohol consumption aggravate the situation.

HIDRADENITIS SUPPURATIVA- Is a non-contagious disease that is manifested through inflammed and infected lumps. Tunnels or sinus tracts may form around the lumps and it becomes harder and painful.
There is no cure for this disease but it can be managed through radiation therapy or antibiotics.

BUERGER'S DISEASE- A rare condition characterized by the inflammation and clogging of arteries that often results to amputation. Experts say cessation of tobacco smoking may slow the progress of the disease.

In an earlier of stage at first you will felt a tingling sensation and pain on the feet while the toenails were become darker.

It was an indication that the oxygen is not efficiently transmitted to his toes. luckily, the disease was detected earlier and doctors were able to unclog his arteries.

NON SMOKERS non smokers are not spared from the negative effect of tobacco on one's health. They also susceptible to skin damage because tobacco smoke released into the environment has a drying effect on the skin surface. Aside from dry skin non smokers are also at risk in developing lung cancer, respiratory disease and irritation of the eye, ears, nose and throat.

Children who are exposed to tobacco smoke have an increased risk of contracting chronic middle ear disease and asthma attacks. It also effects the development of the child's lungs and height.

"The more a person smokes, the greater risk of skin damages."

It also recognized the difficulty for smokers to eliminate the habbit. A number of withdrawal symptoms go with it especially when the body has gotten used to nicotine. Craving for food and tobacco may begin to manifest as early as 48 hours after smoking cessation. Other symptoms include depression, irritability, anger, restlessness, difficulty in concentration, insomnia, decreased appetite or weight gain.

"The use of the gum along with a stop smoking program will definitely increase success rates of those who want to quit smoking"