Health Effects of Tobacco Use Quiz

Emphysema is a lung disease characterized by damage to the air sacs, primarily caused by tobacco use.

Nicotine is the addictive substance in tobacco products that leads to dependence.

Tobacco use during pregnancy is not associated with an increased risk of diabetes.

Smokeless tobacco use is primarily associated with the development of oral cancer.

Formaldehyde in tobacco smoke is a known carcinogen.

Bad breath is a short-term effect of tobacco use due to the presence of harmful chemicals.

Emphysema is a primary cause of COPD in individuals who use tobacco.

Tar in tobacco smoke is responsible for damaging the lining of blood vessels.

Approximately 90% of lung cancers are directly caused by smoking.

Smoking is a primary cause of tooth loss due to the development of gum disease.

Secondhand smoke exposure is associated with an increased risk of lung cancer in non-smokers.

Smoking contributes to the development of atherosclerosis, a long-term cardiovascular effect.

Increased mucus production is a primary cause of the elevated risk of respiratory infections in tobacco users.

A persistent cough with blood is a respiratory symptom commonly experienced by smokers.

Gum recession is a long-term effect of tobacco use on oral health.