Smoke is one of the worst triggers for an asthma attack. From cigars and cigarettes to pipes and vaping, smoke of any kind including secondhand smoke can increase your risk Breathing should never come with a warning For people living with asthma, even brief exposure to tobacco smoke or vape aerosols can trigger life threatening attacks. Clean air is not optional. It Tobacco Smoke, Vaping, and Asthma AAFA.org E cigarettes can result in 'Popcorn Lung'