And there is a 30 percent increased risk of lung cancer for a nonsmoker married to a smoker. Smoking also increases the risk for leukemia and cancers of the cervix, esophagus, kidneys, stomach and urinary tract. Years of smoking can cause premature wrinkling. Smoking can cause impotence in men. Smoking contributes to low bone-mineral density and can cause osteoporosis.
Smokers have an increased risk for gum disease and tooth loss.
Fires started with cigarettes, cigars or pipes cause more deaths than fires from any other cause. About 430,700 Americans die from smoking-related causes each year. Participants should not eat for 12 hours prior to testing although they can continue to take their medications and are allowed to drink water or black coffee. You will be asked basic personal information as well as your physician's name and address. The cost of the blood test is not covered by Medicare or insurance.