Factors associated with the desire to quit tobacco smoking in
Saudi Arabia: Evidence from the 2019 Global Adult Tobacco
Survey

Monshi, Sarah S.; Arbaein, Turky J.; Alzhrani, Abdulrhman; Alharbi, Khulud K.; Alfahmi, Afrah; Alqahatani, Mansur; Alzahrani, Ali; Yaqoob, Ahmad; Almazroua, Aljohara; Alanazi, Abdullah

doi:10.18332/tid/159735

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“…The patterns of tobacco use include conventional cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, waterpipes, cigars, and e-cigarettes. [8] Smokeless tobacco includes unburned products that can be used orally or nasally, including chewing, snus, dry snuff, and dissolvable tobacco. [2,9] It is estimated that 21.4% of adults regularly consume smokeless tobacco products, which is twice that of smoking, most of which are from developing countries.…”

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Smokeless tobacco keratosis in oral mucosa with epithelial dysplasia: A case report

Kaabi

2024

Medicine

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Rationale: Smokeless tobacco use is a risk factor for the development of various oral lesions, among which is smokeless tobacco keratosis (STK). This condition is caused by constant frictional irritation of smokeless tobacco products against the oral mucosa and appears as a White-to-gray plaque with wrinkling. Patient concerns: A 50-year-old man who had been using smokeless tobacco for 24 years visited our clinic complaining of changes in the lower right sulcus of the oral cavity for 10 days. Clinical examination revealed a unilateral, nonhomogeneous White lesion in the area of the complaint. Histopathological examination showed hyperkeratosis, areas of keratin plugging, and mild dysplastic epithelial changes. Diagnosis: The clinico-histopathological correlation suggested a diagnosis of STK with focal mild epithelial dysplasia. Intervention and outcome: A comprehensive management plan included maintaining oral hygiene, education on the detrimental effects of smokeless tobacco, advice to cease smoking, and regular follow-up to monitor the potential for malignant transformation. The patient was referred to a tobacco cessation society for tailored advice and counseling. On follow-up visits, there was an improvement in the lesion after habitual cessation. Lessons: The diagnosis of tobacco-related oral lesions is often delayed, which may result in malignant transformation. This illustrates the need to train healthcare professionals to identify tobacco-related conditions at an early stage and to educate patients regarding the harmful effects of tobacco use.

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“…The success of tobacco cessation depends mainly on the public's awareness of these initiatives and utilization of tobacco cessation services. [8]…”

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Smokeless tobacco keratosis in oral mucosa with epithelial dysplasia: A case report

Kaabi

2024

Medicine

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“…These findings suggest that individuals experiencing significant life changes, such as divorce or bereavement, may be more motivated to quit smoking or may find it easier to maintain smoking abstinence. On the other hand, single individuals showed the peak percentage of no cessation attempts, indicating a potential area for targeted smoking cessation interventions [ 3 , 13 ].…”

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“…Second-hand smoke exposure alone is responsible for causing more than 600,000 deaths each year [ 2 ]. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), by 2025, tobacco control initiatives are anticipated to have reduced tobacco prevalence rates throughout all WHO regions [ 3 ].…”

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Unveiling the Tapestry of Tobacco Consumption: Exploring the Sociodemographic Factors Impacting Smokers at Smoking Cessation Clinics in Jeddah

Alasmari,

Almudarra

2023

Cureus

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BackgroundThe World Health Organization (WHO) has identified tobacco smoking as a global epidemic, causing an estimated three million deaths annually. This study aims to examine the sociodemographic characteristics and smoking-related behaviors among individuals attending smoking cessation clinics in Jeddah during 2022. By identifying these factors, appropriate interventions can be developed to combat the smoking epidemic. MethodologyThe study enrolled male and female participants who visited the Smoking Cessation Clinics in Jeddah from January 2022 to December 2022. Eligible participants were between 18 and 60 years old and agreed to take part in the study. Data on smoking status, medical history, previous attempts at quitting, and medication use were collected. Statistical analysis, including chi-square tests and P-values, was conducted to assess the associations between participants' medical history and smoking cessation attempts. ResultsA total of 5,869 participants were included in the study. The findings revealed that approximately one-fifth of the participants had previously attempted to quit smoking, while the majority 4,780 (81.4%) had not made any cessation attempts. Among those who had made quit attempts, the majority had tried quitting between one and four times 968 (16.5%). The duration of successful cessation reported by participants was generally short, with the majority 4,781 (81.5%) not experiencing any extended period of quitting. Common reasons for relapse included cravings, social influences, mood changes, stress, and withdrawal symptoms. The study also found significant associations between specific medical conditions and smoking cessation attempts. ConclusionsThe study identified significant associations between male gender, older age group (51-60 years), divorced marital status, intermediate educational levels, higher income levels, retired status, extreme body mass index (BMI) categories, and previous attempts at smoking cessation. Healthcare providers and policymakers should consider these findings when developing and implementing smoking cessation programs. The insights gained from this research can contribute to the development of targeted interventions to reduce smoking rates and improve public health outcomes.

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“…The effects of interventions in dental settings on smoking cessation have been summarized through analyses of abstinence from long-term tobacco use with at least six months of follow-up to manage tobacco dependence 10 . In contrast to intensive interventions in dental settings, environmental strategies such as social pressure, tobacco taxes, and discomfort with tobacco users affect the intention to quit smoking 11 . Oral health professionals should use lower intensity tobacco interventions because of their relevance to the nature of dental treatment in primary care 12 .…”

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Oral-malodor measurement and intention to quit smoking in men: A before–after study

Yatabe¹,

Hanioka²,

Suzuki³

et al. 2023

Tob. Induc. Dis.

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INTRODUCTION Few studies have examined the effect of feedback based on oral-malodor measurements on the motivation to quit smoking. Therefore, this study examined whether oral-malodor measurements were associated with the intention to quit smoking. METHODS This retrospective, uncontrolled before–after study invited smokers to a workplace health event in 2019 and 2020 to motivate them to quit smoking. They attended seminars on oral health and smoking cessation aids, and then underwent respiratory function and oral-malodor measurements using exhaled and oral cavity air, respectively. Intention to quit smoking was evaluated by answers to questions regarding the intention to quit in the next 1 or 6 months in questionnaires collected before and after the event. This study analyzed 241 men aged 20–54 years (mean: 33.2 ± 10.5) to examine factors associated with the intention to quit in multivariable logistic regression analyses for age, tobacco type (cigarettes and heated-tobacco products), and category of tobacco consumption. RESULTS Before the event, 8.7%, 17.0%, and 74.3% of smokers had intended to quit in the next month, the next six months, or had no intention to quit, respectively. After the event, the respective percentages were 17.8%, 26.6%, and 55.6%. A higher methyl mercaptan concentration, a volatile sulfide component of oral malodor, was significantly associated with the intention to quit in the next month (adjusted odds ratio, AOR=4.24; 95% CI: 1.52–11.8, p=0.006). The participants with higher daily tobacco consumption were less likely to acquire the intention to quit in the next six months (AOR=0.37; 95% CI: 0.15–0.92, p=0.032). Other variables, such as lung age deficit, exhaled CO concentration, and hydrogen sulfide concentration (another component of oral malodor), were not significantly associated. CONCLUSIONS Oral-malodor measurement feedback may help motivate men to quit smoking in the next 1 month rather than in the next six months.

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Factors associated with the desire to quit tobacco smoking in Saudi Arabia: Evidence from the 2019 Global Adult Tobacco Survey

Cited by 8 publications

References 25 publications

Smokeless tobacco keratosis in oral mucosa with epithelial dysplasia: A case report

Smokeless tobacco keratosis in oral mucosa with epithelial dysplasia: A case report

Unveiling the Tapestry of Tobacco Consumption: Exploring the Sociodemographic Factors Impacting Smokers at Smoking Cessation Clinics in Jeddah

Oral-malodor measurement and intention to quit smoking in men: A before–after study

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