Tag:

cigarette

The Dangers of Smoking and Micah Tambayong’s Advocacy for Health

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com September 28, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Jakarta –

Celebrity figure Micah Tambayong is famous for his concern for health. Behind the healthy lifestyle content that he often shares on his social media pages, it seems that Micah really has his own focus on active smokers. Like what?

At the ‘Indonesia Heart Walk 2023’ event on World Heart Day, Micah explained that he would not hesitate to reprimand people who smoke nearby. Because apart from feeling uncomfortable, he knows very well about the dangers of smoking.

“I’m not shy about reprimanding people who smoke near me, now I don’t feel embarrassed anymore. So if someone smokes, I usually like to reprimand them,” he said at the event at Plaza Tenggara Gelora Bung Karno (GBK), Thursday (28/9/2023).

“I’m not specifically saying ‘the dangers are like this’, just that we all know that smoking is dangerous. But not everyone can resist the addiction. If I always show it, I’m not comfortable with people smoking around me,” continued Micah.

It is common knowledge that smoking is the cause of various diseases, including heart disease.

As explained by a heart and blood vessel specialist and Professor of Arrhythmia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia, Dr. Yoga Yuniadi, SpJP(K), on a previous occasion, smoking is one of the factors that triggers atrial fibrillation heart rhythm disturbances. This heart disease increases the risk of stroke up to five times, including in young people aged 40 to 60 years.

“Atrial fibrillation is a heart rhythm disorder, an electrical disorder of the heart. So the heart beats because there is electricity. If there is a problem with the pulsation or the heart’s electrical system, one of the forms is atrial fibrillation,” he said at the 2023 World Heart Day press conference, Tuesday (26/ 9).

“There are many risk factors for atrial fibrillation. Smoking, diabetes, hypertension, but also age. Age over 60 in western countries is a risk factor. But in us, age 40-60,” concluded Dr Yoga.

Watch the video “Risk factors for heart disease that can and cannot be changed”

(vyp/naf)

2023-09-28 03:08:54
#Uncomfortable #smoke #Micah #Tambayong #confesses #dares #scold #smokers

September 28, 2023 0 comments

Health

The Alarming Rise of Lung Cancer Cases in Thailand

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com September 10, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

National Cancer Institute Statistics revealed at the end of 2022 that more than 40 Thai people died of lung cancer per day, which is quite a worrying number. Lung cancer patients in Thailand are also being found at a younger age, so one should not be complacent about the signs or risks. Because even though it looks strong But everyone has a chance of getting lung cancer!

Risk factors for lung cancer

Cigarettes The main reason that everyone already knows about the dangers of cigarettes is that in one cigarette there is both nicotine and many toxins. and can enter the lungs directly

“Lung cancer” is not just about smoking with 7 early warning signs of the disease.

Lung cancer: What are the warning signs of chronic cough? What organs can the infection spread to?

It is accumulated according to the number of years and the amount pumped. Therefore causing negative effects on the body in the long run. or even those who do not smoke But exposure to secondhand smoke from people close to you on a regular basis is equally at risk.

Electronic cigarettes are very popular nowadays. Even though smokers receive various substances Less than smoking normal cigarettes But in e-cigarettes, there are still carcinogenic substances such as nicotine and nitrosamines as before.

Exposure to chemicals such as asbestos or asbestos That is often present in the textile manufacturing, mining, and construction industries if inhaled frequently. There is also a risk of lung cancer.

Dust and smoke. The dust closest to us is PM.2.5 dust, which is a small dust particle that when inhaled. These dust particles accumulate in the lungs and cause inflammation.

Other factors such as increasing age, genetics, and people with a family history of lung cancer.

Symptoms of lung cancer

Most of the time, early stage lung cancer doesn’t show any symptoms. When did you start having symptoms? That means it’s in the advanced stage. The commonly encountered symptoms are as follows:

Chronic cough, difficulty breathing, chest pain or tightness, hoarseness, tiredness, loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss.

Type and stage of lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer has 2 stages: Stage 1, where the cancer cells have not yet spread. And cancer cells were found in 1 lung or a nearby organ. Stage 2: Cancer cells have spread. It has begun to spread to other organs in the body. Non-small cell lung cancer has 4 stages: Stage 1, the tumor is less than 5 cm. Most often show few symptoms; Stage 2, the cancer cells have spread to the lungs or lymph nodes It may be larger than 5 cm. Stage 3: Cancer cells have spread to nearby organs. The tumor is larger. Stage 4: Cancer cells have spread to distant parts such as the bone, liver, or brain.

Are women more at risk for cancer than men? Check out 5 common cancers – warning signs

lung cancer treatment

Surgery is used to treat cancer in the early stages that have not yet spread. or spread not far away By surgically removing the tumor and nearby tissue.

use of chemotherapy It is a drug that destroys cancer cells. and relieve pain before surgery through intravenous injection

Radiation is the use of high-intensity light to shine at the location of cancer cells. Used in patients who cannot undergo surgery. and groups where the cancer has spread locally This method is not suitable for patients whose cancer cells have spread to other organs.

Many types of cancer If it is detected early is found in the early stages or pre-cancerous stages There will be a high chance of being completely cured. The important thing is that we all should not be careless. If we care about our health, we should go for cancer screening when we have risk factors. Whether it’s from behavior, genetics, and increasing age, if found, it can be treated in a timely manner. And there are more treatment options as well.

Thank you for information from: Phyathai Hospital

Picture from: Shutterstock

“E-cigarettes” are less dangerous – help you quit Can you really “roll cigarettes”?

Results of a survey of teenagers addicted to e-cigarettes because friends invited them or found them smoking together with rolled cigarettes.

2023-09-10 01:54:00

#Symptoms #risks #lung #cancer #Thai #people #die #day #PPTVHD36

September 10, 2023 0 comments

Health

The Addictive Nature of Vaping: Understanding the Strong Hold of Nicotine

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com August 22, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA — Since its emergence, vape has often been considered as an alternative cigarette healthier. In fact, many smokers are switching to vape hoping to get out of the habit smoking unhealthy.

Ironically, the use of vape can be more addictive than conventional cigarettes. Dr Sara Kayat revealed that the activity of smoking cigarettes involves the process of heating the vape liquid. Like conventional cigarettes, this liquid also contains nicotine which can trigger addiction.

“Often, the nicotine content found in vapes is significantly higher than (nicotine) in cigarettes,” said Dr. Express on Tuesday (22/8/2023).

The higher the nicotine content, the stronger the addictive effects it can cause. Therefore, Dr. Kayat revealed that the activity of smoking vape or vaping can be more addictive than smoking.

Why is nicotine addictive?

According to the Mayo Clinic, nicotine can travel to the brain and release a neurotransmitter called dopamine. Dopamine is a hormone responsible for feelings of satisfaction or pleasure and good moods. The more often someone is exposed to nicotine, both from cigarettes and vapes, the more nicotine they need to feel the same pleasure.

According to the Director of Clinical Research from Johns Hopkins Medicine, Mr. Michael Blaha, nicotine is a highly addictive substance. In addition, nicotine is also known as a toxic substance because it can have several adverse effects on health.

One of them, nicotine can increase blood pressure and also a surge of adrenaline. This condition can cause an increase in heart rate and risk of heart attack.

For now, there are not as many studies on the health risks of vaping as cigarettes. However, Blaha revealed that people who vape have exposed themselves to a variety of chemicals that are not fully understood.

“And maybe (the substances) aren’t safe either,” Blaha said.

Although nicotine is very addictive, it does not mean that smokers and vape users can not be separated from the bondage of cigarettes and vape. One of the most important key factors in efforts to quit smoking and vaping is determination or a strong will.

“However, it will be easier when (determination) is combined with some additional support,” said the National Health Service or NHS.

In smoking cessation programs, smokers can be assisted with nicotine replacement therapy and prescription drugs. Nicotine replacement therapy has various forms, ranging from patchsprays, chewing gum, and lozenges or throat lozenges.

Over time, the dose of nicotine replacement therapy will be reduced. That way, smokers will not be tormented by nicotine “withdrawal” symptoms that may occur as a result of quitting smoking.

2023-08-22 13:03:40
#Doctor #Reminds #Vape #Addictive #Cigarettes #Republika #Online

August 22, 2023 0 comments

Health

The Mysterious Death of Oppenheimer: Throat Cancer and the Legacy of the Atomic Bomb

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com July 22, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Jakarta –

Oppenheimer became a hot topic of conversation after the film made by Christopher Nolan was shown in Indonesia. The life story of the ‘father of the atomic bomb’ is in the spotlight because of his findings which became weapons of mass murder.

Despite his controversy over the atomic bomb, Oppenheimer died at the age of 62. The cause of his death, contradicted the devastating power of the atomic bomb he helped create.

Oppenheimer died in 1967 after battling throat cancer. The trigger for the malignant disease was mentioned because of his severe smoking habit.

He is said to have been a heavy smoker since his youth, a habit which led to bouts of tuberculosis and most likely led to his diagnosis of throat cancer in late 1965.

Page Dexerto writes Oppenheimer had surgery, radiation treatment, and chemotherapy, but unfortunately all this was not successful, and he fell into a coma before he died in 1967, his death marked the loss of one of the most important figures in modern science.

Quoted from National Health Service (NHS), alcohol and tobacco are the two main things that can increase a person’s risk of throat cancer. Both are thought to trigger exposure to chemicals that damage throat cells.

Symptoms of throat cancer that can appear include:

A lump in the neck Sore throat or cough that lasts a long time Difficulty swallowing Bad breath Weight loss drastically without dieting Voice starts hoarseness Spitting or coughing up blood Pain in the ear or frequent ear infections Hearing loss Numbness in the face Headache Swelling or lump in the neck or throat

Watch Video “Marlboro Will Make Legal Cigarettes for Children”

(his/her)

2023-07-22 04:57:17
#Life #Oppenheimer #Father #Atomic #Bomb #Defeated #Throat #Cancer

July 22, 2023 0 comments

Health

Rare Side Effect: Green and Hairy Tongue in Ohio Man Linked to Smokings and Antibiotics

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com July 12, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

Jakarta –

A man’s tongue in Ohio, USA, has turned green and hairy thought to be a rare side effect of smoking tobacco and taking antibiotics. The 64-year-old man went to a primary care clinic a few weeks after noticing his tongue was starting to change color.

According to a study report published in the New England Journal of Medicine, about three weeks before visiting the doctor, the man had finished treatment with the antibiotic clindamycin for a gum infection.

He also reported that he was a smoker, but it was not clear how long he had been smoking. The case study authors did not indicate whether the condition was caused specifically by smoking, antibiotic use, or a combination of the two.

But previous studies have shown that smoking can have long-lasting effects on oral health, including causing a buildup of plaque and bacteria. Meanwhile, antibiotics can change the microbiome of the mouth, altering the bacteria and allowing them to build up on the tongue.

Doctors diagnosed the man with hairy tongue, a condition characterized by an abnormal coating on the upper surface of the tongue, also called the dorsal region.

Hairy tongue is caused by a buildup of dead skin on the parts of the tongue that contain taste buds, known as papillae. The papillae then become longer than normal, giving the tongue a hairy appearance. Also, it traps other substances, such as bacteria and yeast.

Usually there are no symptoms, although in some cases there is a burning sensation on the tongue. This is from bacteria and yeast that accumulate on the surface of the tongue.

According to the American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM), this condition affects about 13 percent of Americans. Hairy tongue can occur at any age but is most common in older people. It’s also more common in men than women.

Although the discoloration is usually black, the tongue can also turn brown, yellow, or green.

Additionally, smoking has long been shown to have a detrimental effect on oral health by causing a buildup of bacteria and plaque. While antibiotics, similar to those the patient is taking, can also cause new bacteria to form in the mouth, which can build up and cause hairy tongue.

Risk factors include smoking, dehydration, poor oral hygiene and antibiotics, according to the case study authors.

Patients who have had hairy tongue in the past are more likely to experience it again in the future. This condition is relatively harmless and usually temporary.

The doctor advised the man to gently scrub the surface of his tongue with a toothbrush four times a day. He was also given counseling on how to quit smoking. After six months, the patient’s tongue returned to normal.

Watch Video “Marlboro Will Make Legal Cigarettes for Children”

(juice/juice)

2023-07-12 00:32:36
#Horrified #Mans #Tongue #Turns #Hairy #Green #Allegedly #due #Cigarettes #Drinking #Antibiotics

July 12, 2023 0 comments

Health

How Smoking Affects High Cholesterol Levels: Understanding the Link

by Chief editor of world-today-news.com July 9, 2023

written by Chief editor of world-today-news.com

High cholesterol is generally triggered by an unhealthy lifestyle, one of which is smoking. Illustration/Freepik photo

JAKARTA – High cholesterol generally triggered by an unhealthy lifestyle and consuming too much saturated fat food. However, is it true that smoking also affects high cholesterol levels? Because smoking is an unhealthy lifestyle.

Cigarettes are often touted as one of the triggers for high cholesterol in the body. Moreover, smoking is one of the main risk factors for coronary heart disease and stroke, two diseases caused by high bad cholesterol in the body.

Reporting from the GoodRx Health page, smoking can indeed increase the growth of bad cholesterol and inhibit the amount cholesterol Good.

So, how can smoking affect the amount of cholesterol? Cardiologist and Chair of the Indonesian Vascular Association, Aulia Sani SpJP(K) FJCC, revealed that smoking can cause disturbances in fat metabolism. People who smoke are known to have lower levels of HDL (good cholesterol). That means, the formation of good cholesterol whose job is to carry fat from the tissues to the liver becomes disrupted.

While on the contrary, an increase occurs in bad cholesterol levels in people who smoke. Means fat from the liver actually brought back to the body’s tissues.

In a study listed in the journal Effects of Cigarettes on Cholesterol Levels 2 Hours After Smoking in Active Smokers shows that there are differences in cholesterol levels in people before smoking and after smoking. Blood fat levels will increase 2 hours after smoking when smokers spend 2-5 cigarettes.

Basic material cigarette contain chemicals which are harmful to health. In one cigarette there are approximately 4,000 types of chemicals, 40% of which are toxic. The most dangerous chemicals are mainly nicotine, tar, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and heavy metals in cigarette smoke.

Nicotine in cigarettes can speed up the process of narrowing and blocking blood vessels. This blockage and narrowing can occur in the coronary arteries, which are responsible for carrying oxygen to the heart.

2023-07-09 15:05:54
#Cigarettes #High #Cholesterol #Heres #answer

July 9, 2023 0 comments

Newer Posts

Older Posts