Vikram Kadam Vikram Kadam Asked 4 months ago

Can you get cancer from pot?

I occasionally smoke pot with my friends, especially on weekends. My parents are always telling me it's very bad for my health. Can you get cancer from pot?

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Sanjay Dutt Sanjay Dutt Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago
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When you smoke pot, the burning plant material releases harmful tar and carcinogens into your lungs, similar to tobacco. For lung health, try drinking herbal kadha or warm water, but stopping the smoking habit is the best remedy.

Rohan Sen Rohan Sen Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Most health and fitness tracking resources highlight that inhaling any kind of smoke, including pot, introduces toxins that damage cells over time. Even if cannabis itself is researched for medical use, smoking it carries lung cancer risks.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

My son used to think smoking pot was completely safe because it's natural, but the doctor explained that any smoke inhalation damages the lungs. Please protect your health and don't believe internet rumors that say it is harmless.

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Consult a radiation oncologist

Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I visited a specialist at Kokilaben Hospital for a chest issue, and they confirmed that smoking pot regularly damages lung tissue and can increase cancer risk. You should consult a doctor directly to get clear, science-backed facts.

Ananya Kulkarni Ananya Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Hey, a lot of people my age think pot is totally fine, but smoking it still releases toxins into your throat and lungs. It's definitely better to be safe and avoid inhaling smoke of any kind.

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