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Cigarettes contain many hazardous substances that damage the lung when inhaled, including tar nicotine, carbon monoxide, and cyanide. Long-term exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke and/or repeated respiratory infections also can increase a person's risk for chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.

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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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Respiratory Acidosis

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Breathing Too Fast (Tachypnea)

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Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia

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