6 ways tobacco and alcohol can play havoc with women's health

Harmful effects of tobacco and alcohol on women's health are many from infertility to early menopause. Dr. Shweta Mendiratta, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Fortis Escort Hospital, Faridabad elaborates.

Updated on: Jun 20, 2022 8:45 PM IST

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India has around 12.1 million females who consume alcohol on daily basis and are smokers. Tobacco and alcohol can be devastating for a woman's health. Dr. Shweta Mendiratta, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Fortis Escort Hospital, Faridabad explains how. (Pixabay)

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Decreased bone density: Women who consume tobacco and are going through menopause have lower bone density than the women who don't smoke. (Shutterstock)

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Rheumatoid arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that causes painful inflammation of the joints. Women who consume tobacco have higher chances of getting rheumatoid arthritis than those who don't. (Pixabay)

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Gum problems: Tobacco use will lead to gum diseases that will ultimately result in bone and tooth issues. (Shutterstock)

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Cataract: Women who smoke are more prone to cataract, an eye disease characterized by a foggy lens. (Unsplash)

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Pregnancy issues: The women who consume tobacco have a problem getting pregnant. Smoking during pregnancy creates higher chances of miscarriage, premature deliveries and low birth weight babies. (Pixabay)

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Menopause: The women who smoke are likely to suffer menopause at a younger age with worse symptoms. Alcohol can trigger some symptoms of menopause like hot flushes and night sweat. (Shutterstock)