Unveiling the Long-Term Lung Consequences of Smoking and Tobacco Consumption: A Narrative Review

Smoking and tobacco use present significant public health challenges due to their association with high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. Despite reductions in smoking rates in many developed countries, global tobacco consumption remains high, especially in developing regions. This review exa...

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Published inCurēus (Palo Alto, CA) Vol. 16; no. 8; p. e66415
Main Authors Annareddy, Srinivasulareddy, Ghewade, Babaji, Jadhav, Ulhas, Wagh, Pankaj, Sarkar, Souvik
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Cureus Inc 08.08.2024
Subjects
Asthma
Bronchitis
Carcinogens
Chronic illnesses
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Emphysema
Hydrocarbons
Infections
Lung cancer
Lung diseases
Medical screening
Metabolism
Mortality
Oxidative stress
Public health
Respiratory system
Smoking cessation
Tobacco smoke
alcohol
lung cancer
peptic ulcer
smoking
asthma
pulmonology
hyperlipedemia
copd
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Summary:Smoking and tobacco use present significant public health challenges due to their association with high morbidity and mortality rates worldwide. Despite reductions in smoking rates in many developed countries, global tobacco consumption remains high, especially in developing regions. This review examines the chronic effects of smoking on the respiratory system, detailing the pathological changes in the lungs and the resultant respiratory illnesses such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer. Additionally, the review explores the impact of smoking on other body systems, including cardiovascular, immune, gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems. The extensive health implications of smoking emphasize the need for comprehensive public health interventions to reduce tobacco use and mitigate its adverse effects on health.
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ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.66415