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Will smoking worsen my lupis?
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Yes: Smoking affects many body systems, including the immune system. It decreases the body's responses to various situations and reduces blood flow and thereby decreases nutrient and oxygenation to tissues.
Answered 6/30/2013
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Yes: Smoking affects many body systems, including the immune system. It decreases the body's responses to various situations and reduces blood flow and thereby decreases nutritional support and oxygenation to tissues.
Answered 3/30/2015
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