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The Dangers of Being Exposed to Cigar Smoke
We have all heard about the dangers of inhaling second hand smoke. Many people
wonder if the dangers of inhaling cigar smoke are just as dangerous, or more.
Unfortunately, it appears that being exposed to secondhand smoke from a lit
cigar can be just as dangerous—or more—than regular cigarette smoke.
All secondhand smoke emitted by tobacco products are classified as environmental
tobacco smoke. Environmental tobacco smoke refers to all the secondhand smoke
released from tobacco products that are lit, such as cigars or cigarettes.
Research indicates that the smoke from cigars and cigarettes releases many of
the same types of irritants. Both cigar and cigarette environmental tobacco
smoke contain nicotine, carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, and ammonia. The
environmental tobacco smoke from cigars and cigarettes also releases well-known
carcinogens such as vinyl chlorine, benzene, arsenic, hydrocarbons, and
nitrosamines. Cigars, because of their size, usually release more environmental
tobacco smoke than cigarettes. Being around cigar smoke, then, can pose more of
a health threat than inhaling secondhand smoke from a lit cigarette.
Even though both cigars and cigarettes release similarly toxic environmental
tobacco smoke, there are some key differences between the two. These differences
are related to the very different ways that cigars and cigarettes are
manufactured. The production of cigars consists of a long process of
fermentation and aging. During the production and fermentation process, large
amounts of carcinogens are produced. Once a cigar has been fermented and aged,
they are wrapped in a nonporous wrapper that keeps the cigar from burning too
quickly. The fermentation process and nonporous wrapper both contribute to the
high concentrations of carcinogens in the smoke of al it cigar. When a cigar is
lit, the carcinogenic compounds produced during the fermentation process are
released. The nonporous wrapper also contributes to an unclean burn that is high
in carcinogens.
Another reason why cigars produce greater amounts of carcinogens is in their
girth and length. Cigars are simply bigger than cigarettes. Their size allows
them to release much more smoke, and in turn, much higher concentrations of
toxins and irritants. Also, cigars are designed to be smoked much more slowly
than regular cigarettes, and cigar smokers are encouraged to take their time and
enjoy the relaxing experience. This results in longer smoke times, and
obviously, the creation of much more smoke. It is advised for all non-smokers to
avoid areas where cigars are being smoked. If you smoke cigars, make sure to do
so in a well-ventilated area.
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