Exposure to Tobacco Smoke
Exposure to tobacco smoke can lead to several respiratory issues, including sore throats. A sore throat that occurs after a person has been exposed to tobacco smoke is typically a side effect of the smoke irritating the lining of the mouth, nose, and throat. This irritation usually causes an increase in mucus production, which leads to inflammation and swelling. In addition, the rash often results in pain and discomfort similar to that experienced with other types of throat infections.
This issue is more common in people who smoke frequently and those who work in environments that expose them to second-hand smoke, but it can also occur in anyone who breathes in enough smoke from another person or places like bars and clubs. Cigarette smoking alone is not always enough to cause sore throats for everyone who smokes, but for some people, it does cause this condition on occasion.
Often, this is because the throat has become irritated through previous exposure to cigarette smoke or another irritant. However, it’s also possible that the person already has some condition causing their throat to be sensitive to irritants like cigarette smoke.
