Explaining the cancer-causing risks of smoking and e-cigarettes, Medical Oncology Specialist Assoc. Prof. from Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital. Dr. Abdullah Sakin stated that these products, which have carcinogenic effects, especially increase the risk of lung cancer. Stating that electronic cigarettes are as dangerous as traditional cigarettes, Assoc. Dr. Sakin said that 90 percent of small cell lung cancer develops due to tobacco smoke.
‘THOSE USERS OF ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES MAY FACE THE RISK OF CANCER 10 YEARS YOUNGER’
Assoc. Prof. stated that all devices and products that produce smoke are carcinogenic. Dr. Sakin said, “Cigarettes and electronic cigarettes are carcinogenic products and cause cancer. In particular, lung cancer is directly related to exposure to cigarettes and tobacco smoke. Small cell lung cancer develops due to tobacco smoke at a rate of 90 percent. We see that the use of electronic cigarettes is becoming increasingly common. Although these products were produced for the purpose of quitting smoking, they gained popularity among young people because they contain flavors and chemicals. Retrospective studies have shown that electronic cigarettes cause cancer as much as cigarettes, and that these products even cause lung cancer at an earlier age. “Those who use e-cigarettes may face the risk of cancer at a 10 years younger age,” he said.
‘WE SHOULD STAY AWAY FROM ALL KINDS OF SMOKE-PRODUCING TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PRODUCTS’
Assoc. Prof. stated that approximately 50 percent of young people who use e-cigarettes switch to regular cigarettes. Dr. Sakin said, “This situation shows that both smoking and e-cigarette use pose a serious threat that increases the risk of cancer. Electronic cigarettes are more dangerous than cigarettes and can cause cancer at an earlier age. We must stay away from all kinds of smoke-producing tobacco products and tobacco products. Although continuing to smoke reduces the risk, it takes a long time for the bodies of smokers to fully recover and the risks continue for years. “Although quitting smoking reduces the risk, we may see cancer cases at a younger age in the coming years.” he said.
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