Risks of Smoking Cigars and Pipes
Overview
Cigars and pipe tobacco are harmful and are not risk-free alternatives to smoking. They're addictive. They can cause serious health problems.
- Smoking cigars and pipes can increase the risk of cancers of the lung, head, and neck.
- Smoking cigars and pipes may increase the risk of heart disease.
Credits
Current as of:
August 2, 2022
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Michael F. Bierer MD - Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine
Current as of: August 2, 2022
Author:
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Michael F. Bierer MD - Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine