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Yes! Nitrogen oxides are toxic colorless gases found in cigarette smoke, vehicle exhaust, burning wood, etc. Inhaling these gases can cause shortness of breath, nausea, fluid build-up in lungs (pulmonary edema) and respiratory airway damage.

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