E-cigarettes have sparked a significant debate regarding their safety, particularly concerning cancer risk.While they may present fewer risks compared to traditional cigarettes. As smoking rates decline globally, many individuals have turned to e-cigarettes (electronic cigarettes) as a perceived safer alternative to traditional smoking.
Promoted as a means to quit smoking or reduce harm, e-cigarettes have sparked a significant debate regarding their safety, particularly concerning cancer risk. While they may present fewer risks compared to traditional cigarettes, the question remains: are e-cigarettes genuinely a safer alternative when it comes to cancer? Let's see what Dr Kandra Prasanth Reddy, Radiation Oncologist, American Oncology Institute, Hyderabad wants to say on this: Understanding E-Cigarettes E-cigarettes are battery-operated devices that heat a liquid (often containing nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals) to create an aerosol, which users then inhale. Unlike traditional cigarettes, which burn tobacco and produce a myriad of harmful chemicals, e-cigarettes eliminate combustion, theoretically reducing the intake of toxic substances.
Reduced Harm: A Complex Issue E-cigarettes undoubtedly expose users to fewer harmful chemicals than traditional cigarettes. Research indicates that while e-cigarette vapor contains carcinogens and toxins, the levels are significantly lower than those found in cigarette smoke. For instance, the levels of nitrosamines, formaldehyde, .
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