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Is it possible to be allergic to secondhand cigarette smoke, but not be allergic to pipe tobacco?

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Dr. Brian Novick answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Not really.: There really is no such thing as an allergy to smoke...From whatever type ...But some people may be more sensitive to one type -vs- an other...Regardless avoidance is always the best idea.

Answered 11/1/2012

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