What are the health risks for women exposed to long-term secondhand smoke?
Disease description:
Several friends around me smoke frequently, so I have been exposed to secondhand smoke for a long time. What are the health risks for women who are chronically exposed to secondhand smoke?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Yajuan
Long-term exposure to secondhand smoke in women can cause symptoms such as coughing, phlegm production, and ocular discomfort. In severe cases, it may lead to respiratory infections and dust allergies. Additionally, it can impair normal female fertility, increasing the risk of infertility in some women. Prolonged exposure to secondhand smoke during pregnancy may adversely affect fetal development and even result in preterm birth.
