@itterpharmacy: smoking cigarettes causes a persistent cough known as "smoker's cough" because the chemicals in smoke irritate the airways, damage the tiny hairs (cilia) that normally clear mucus, and cause the airways to produce excess mucus. Coughing is the body's natural reflex to try and clear this buildup of phlegm and toxins from the lungs. How cigarettes lead to a cough Chemical irritation: Chemicals in cigarette smoke irritate the respiratory tract, triggering a cough reflex. Damage to cilia: Smoking paralyzes and damages the cilia, the hair-like cells that line the airways and are responsible for moving mucus up and out of the lungs. Increased mucus production: To compensate for the damaged cilia, the airways start to produce more mucus than normal, leading to a buildup of thick phlegm. Airway inflammation: The toxins and irritants from smoke cause inflammation in the airways, further contributing to the cough. Body's response: The persistent coughing is the body's attempt to dislodge the mucus and expel the trapped toxins and irritants from the lungs. What to know about smoker's cough It is often worse in the morning and may produce phlegm. It can be a sign of more serious conditions like chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or lung cancer, especially if the cough is persistent or produces discolored phlegm. Quitting smoking can help the cough go away over time, though it may take a while for the lungs to start healing. #foryoupage #fyp #viral #viraltiktok #viral?tiktok🥰fyppppppppp

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