Question

which disease is in the respiratory system, often caused by smoking cigarettes and vaping?
asthma
atherosclerosis
idiopathic edema
thalassemia

Explanation:

• Asthma: A respiratory disease. Smoking and vaping can irritate the airways, potentially triggering or worsening asthma symptoms.
• Atherosclerosis: A cardiovascular - related condition (affects blood vessels), not a respiratory disease.
• Idiopathic edema: Usually related to fluid retention in the body (often in the extremities), not a respiratory - system disease.
• Thalassemia: A genetic blood disorder, not a respiratory - system disease.

Answer:

asthma