Sign in

or Register now

MyAsthmaCentral.com

See all of our health sites at www.HealthCentral.com
Sunday, July, 27, 2008

Question
Sheila
05/16/08
Sheila
Category:Asthma

Does cigarette smoke effect asthma

Answer This
Answers (1)
Joy Buchanan
Joy Buchanan
Close

I am a content producer for the Health Central Networks.

Friday, May 16, 2008

Absolutely! Cigarette smoke is a notorious asthma trigger.

 

Dr. James Thompson on this site wrote an in-depth piece about tobacco smoke (either from cigarettes or from "hookahs") and its affects on the lungs, particularly the lungs of asthmatics. I'd give it a read.

 

In general, asthmatics should steer clear of cigarette smoke -- they should not smoke and they should avoid second-hand smoke.

Ask a Question

Get answers from our experts and community members.

Answer a Question

I export heavy mucus when I caugh, is that how asthma is?

Answer This View all questions >

Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of The HealthCentral Network. The HealthCentral Network does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.