What Types of Cancer Are Associated with Nicotine and Tobacco Use?
Tobacco use is linked to a variety of cancers, including: - Lung Cancer: The most well-known and deadly cancer associated with smoking. - Oral and Throat Cancer: Includes cancers of the mouth, larynx, and esophagus. - Pancreatic Cancer: Smoking is a major risk factor for pancreatic cancer. - Bladder Cancer: Chemicals from tobacco can be filtered into the urine, affecting the bladder. - Kidney Cancer: Similar mechanisms affect the kidneys as well. - Stomach Cancer: Smoking increases the risk of gastric cancer.
