SMOKE IRRITATION

Not too long ago, smoking inside restaurants, schools, and offices was allowed.  Many people smoked despite the accumulating evidence of the dangers of tobacco smoke to their lung health.  It was not until studies indicated that second-hand smoke was harmful to the lungs of non-smokers that major efforts began to eliminate smoking from public environments.  Tobacco smoke is still a major irritant for many allergy and asthma sufferers, but other environmental smoke can also contribute to increased wheezing, decreased lung function, and the onset of an asthma attack.  Although it is difficult to avoid the environmental smoke from factories or forest fires, it is important to recognize the existence of these asthma triggers and to use asthma medications when needed.

P.S.   Even when smoking is not allowed inside the home, second-hand smoke can infiltrate the premises through open doors and windows.

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