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Q. Is flavored hookah injurious to our health?

Answered by

Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

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This is a premium question & answer published on Jul 16, 2018

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Is flavored hookah injurious for our health or not? Please suggest me.

Answer

Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

Cardiology General Medicine Internal Medicine

Hello,

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Yes, it is injurious to health. However, it is considered less injurious than direct smoking, but still, it can cause all the harmful effects as that of smoking. So if you are concerned regarding health, then it should be avoided.

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