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smokeless tobacco

I am a smoker . Iam using smokeless tobacco to get off the smoking. whitch is worse?
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Hi i am Rubybeer,  i have given up, i am using an electronic cigarette, you inhale vapour u have the nicotine, i have found it great i have smoked since i was 13yrs old and now i am 41, give them ago,   Rubybeer
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Hi,
How are you? Smokeless tobacco products come in different forms but are not a safe substitute for tobacco smoking. These can still cause cancer and other health problems such as mouth, tongue, and throat cancer; cancer in the esophagus; increased risk of heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke; addiction to nicotine; leukoplakia; receding gums; bone loss around the roots of the teeth; tooth loss; stained teeth and even  bad breath. It is important that you weigh all the pros and cons. It is best that you discuss the best option for smoking cessation suited for you with your doctor. There are now medications as well as  complementary medicine activities such as detoxification available nowadays. Take care and best regards.
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