There are a number of other cancers related to smoking. Cancer of the head and neck region, particularly cancer of the larynx and oral cavity are strongly associated with smoking. Esophageal cancer is also caused by smoking. It has recently been shown that smoking increases the risk of developing acute leukemia . Other organs with increased incidence of cancer in smokers include the stomach, kidney, bladder, and pancreas.
Female smokers have an increased risk of developing cervical cancer .
There are many other diseases besides cancer that are related to smoking. The number one killer in America, heart disease, has a much higher incidence in smokers. Debilitating lung diseases such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis are almost only seen in smokers. Peripheral vascular disease is also common in heavy smokers. There is also a much higher risk of strokes in smokers.