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.

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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

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