Vapers in Russia Massively Developing Incurable Lung Disease

A growing number of Russian vapers are turning to doctors with symptoms characteristic of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Patients complain of sore throat, cough, shortness of breath, voice changes, and wheezing in the chest.

COPD Symptoms

• Sore throat
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Voice changes
• Wheezing in the chest

The disease affects electronic cigarette smokers aged 16 to 40. COPD is a chronic obstructive lung disease that cannot be fully cured and is characterized by rapid progression.

Mortality Statistics

COPD ranks third among the leading causes of death worldwide. More than 3 million people die from this disease every year.