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UPMC Comprehensive Lung Center: Vape Clinic

The use of e-cigarettes can be harmful to your lungs. E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices including vape pens, e-pipes, e-hookah, and e-cigars. These devices typically contain nicotine but can also be filled with marijuana, THC oil, CBD oil, or other chemicals. 

Risks of Vaping 

People who vape may experience: 

  • Difficulty breathing 
  • Dry cough
  • Shortness of breath while exercising 
  • Wheezing

Continued use of e-cigarettes can cause these symptoms to worsen and can lead to more serious lung damage. 

If you, or your loved ones, vape and are experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule an appointment with one of our experts. 

Treatment at the UPMC Comprehensive Lung Center 

At the UPMC Comprehensive Lung Center’s Vaping Clinic, our team of experts offer:

  1. Personalized support and education to people who vape. 
  2.  Assistance with quitting including a referal to UPMC’s Tobacco Treatment Service if needed.
  3. Comprehensive assessment of your lung health and any symptoms including a pulmonary function test (PFT) to determine how well your lungs are functioning. To screen for more complex lung problems, we may do additional tests including an X-ray or CT of your lungs.

If you, or your loved ones, vape and are experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule an appointment with one of our experts. Appointments can also be conducted by Telemedicine. 

Contact Us 

Schedule an appointment by calling 412-648-6161 or log in to your UPMC patient portal to schedule an appointment with your current UPMC provider.

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