Damage to the lungs is technically a result of a persons immune system attempting to eradicate the foreign invader
It is also often advertised in social media as being acceptable and even cool, so the risks of vaping are far more pressing when it comes to high schoolers
People around the world throughout history have ingested tobacco, and the capitalist American spirit of autonomy has never had the political will to ban it altogether
Even flavors considered mild or fruity may contain toxic compounds that produce free radicals and oxidative stress, contributing to cell damage and inflammation
These symptoms are similar to those seen in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including breathing difficulties, coughing, wheezing, and chest pain
Many e-cigarettes include high levels of nicotine, THC and chemicals that damage lung tissue