Precision Screening for Lung Cancer: Early Detection with EBUS
A chronic cough, difficulty breathing, or unusual fatigue may seem like minor symptoms that many people overlook—often mistaking them for just a cold or allergies.
“Smoking” is not only harmful to the smokers themselves but also to the non-smokers who are exposed to cigarette smoke. Non-smokers have an equal risk of developing diseases as cigarettes have over 7,000 types of chemicals, 250 kinds of toxins, and 70 different forms of carcinogens. These chemicals can heavily affect the systems of the human body and may cause certain diseases, as follows:
- Cardiovascular Disease: Smoking only a few rolls of cigarettes daily can damage the heart and blood vessels. Toxic chemicals in cigarettes cause heart palpitations and coronary artery disease.
- Emphysema: Cigarettes cause shortness of breath. Severe symptoms may result in extreme exhaustion, so patients become bedridden or dependent on supplemental oxygen therapy.
- Cancer: Smoking cigarettes could cause various types of cancer to develop, especially lung cancer. Those at risk of cancer should undergo a lung cancer screening test with a Low Dose CT scan.
- Osteoporosis: A toxin called nicotine destroys the cells crucial for developing bone mass, leading to a lower bone density earlier than average people.
- Diabetes: Toxins in cigarettes build up in the pancreas, which decreases its function. This raises the blood sugar level and may result in diabetes.
- Other diseases, including complications during pregnancy, premature wrinkles, and sexual dysfunction.
Apart from these, smoking may also impact personalities, especially when it comes to socializing and everyday living. It can affect the person’s breath, smell, and appearance, influencing how individuals interact with others and perceive themselves. Therefore, the earlier they quit smoking, the better it will be for their health. They may experience positive personality changes, such as increased confidence, improved self-image, and a sense of empowerment.
Medically Reviewed by
DR. TANAKORN TASSANEYASIN
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine and Pulmonary Critical Care
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