Assessment of taste perception in tobacco users with and without potential malignant disorders- A comparative study.
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Introduction: Tobacco use has been unequivocally linked to various adverse health outcomes. It is a leading cause of preventable diseases, including lung cancer, COPD, heart disease, stroke, and respiratory infections. The primary psychoactive substance in tobacco is nicotine, a highly addictive compound that stimulates the release of dopamine in the brain, leading to feelings of pleasure and reinforcement of the tobacco use behavior. The addictive nature of nicotine makes smoking cessation challenging for many individuals, as they often experience withdrawal symptoms and cravings upon quitting
Source: Cuestiones de Fisioterapia
DOI: 10.48047/1f25th77
Author: Taanya Imtiaz, Sangavi
Language: English
Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics
Field: Nursing
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4415276179