A process called erythropoiesis is triggered, which is the creation of red blood cells, in order to counteract the lower levels of oxygen being delivered to organic tissue
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Cigarette brand may also influence the results
Perceived susceptibility-risk Perceived harm of tobacco The perceived harm of tobacco to participants included becoming tired easily, difficulty breathing, sore throat, shortness of breath, sticky hair, bad breath, yellow teeth, dark skin and lips, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Trends in smoking Large decreases in the prevalence of smoking were observed between 1976 and 1990