What about men? Is smoking harmful to my future children?
Again, the answer appears to be YES. New evidence shows that a young male smoker has more chromosomal abnormalities in his sperm cells than a non -smoker. This Might result in congenital abnormalities in children later in life.
There is also new evidence that clearly demonstrates that a potent carcinogen in cigarette smoke NNK is found in the urine of newborn infants whose parents smoke. A father who smokes in the same room as his pregnant wife can thus be giving cancer causing chemicals to his unborn child.
Frederic W. Grannis Jr. M.D If you have trouble contacting me with the address above, I may also be reached at 76516,2333@compuserve.com and at fgrannis@cris.com |
