Swedish health experts say they have seen a rise in patients who use the pouches, also called snus, suffering a painful condition with 'concerning' symptoms that last for up to a year.
Experts are raising concerns about a new, painful gum disease linked to the use of snus nicotine pouches, particularly the tobacco-free "white" snus, which is legal in the UK. Swedish dentists have observed an increase in cases involving severe oral inflammation and ulcers lasting up to a year in snus users. The high levels of alkaline solution in the pouches are believed to be a potential cause, and experts are concerned about the lack of knowledge regarding the long-term health consequences, especially with rising usage among young people.
