Majmundar A, Okitondo C, Xue A, Asare S, Bandi P, Nargis N
A UC Davis health topic on hookah lists the following as just a few of many health risks: Smoking a hookah for 45 minutes is the same as chain smoking 15 cigarettes
Other factors that may increase the risk of oral cancer include: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Previous radiation therapy to the head, neck, or both Exposure to certain chemicals, especially asbestos, sulphuric acid, and formaldehyde Having a long-term injury or chronic trauma, such as from rough teeth Drinking very hot mate tea, which is common in South America Eating a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of the disease
You dont have to have a friend break up (and it sounds like thats not something youd be comfortable doing), but part of the life of a friendship is talking through transitions
Oral cancer risk assessment for different types of smokeless tobacco products sold worldwide: a review of reviews and meta-analyses