what are the short term effects of tobacco Smoking: Effects, Risks, Diseases, Quitting & Solutions Health effects of smoking tobacco

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Bones Your bones also suffer when you smoke

The cells in your air passages make more mucus in response

Going Blind Smoking doesn't do your peepers any good

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Possible long-term effects of nicotine Constant urge to have more nicotine Early aging and skin wrinkles Ongoing stomach issues like ulcers Heart attacks and other heart issues Problems with eyesight Changes to how things taste and smell Loss of muscle Problems with focus, memory, and learning Long-term mental health issues like depression and anxiety