IGCSE Biology : U2 : Smoking

Cancers

Include Head, Neck, Lung, Leukaemia, Stomach, Kidney, Pancreas, Colon, Bladder, and Cervix - Various types of malignant diseases affecting different parts of the body.

Chronic Diseases

Encompass Stroke, Blindness, Gum Infection, Aortic Rupture, Heart disease, Pneumonia, Hardening of the arteries, Chronic lung disease, Asthma, Reduced fertility, Hip fracture - Long-lasting medical conditions that often require ongoing management.

Lung Conditions

Consist of Lung Cancer, Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema - Different health issues affecting the lungs.

Carcinogens

Substances that cause cancer.

Carcinogenic

Refers to substances or factors that are related to causing cancer.

Emphysema

Lung condition that damages alveoli walls, reduces gaseous exchange surface area, limits physical activities, and currently has no cure.

Chronic Bronchitis

Lung condition where cigarette tar damages cilia cells, leading to mucus overproduction, chest infections, and a persistent cough known as smokers cough.