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Cigarette smoking does not cause sarcoidosis. The disorder occurs among non-smokers, smokers and ex-smokers. If individuals with sarcoidosis continue to smoke, the response to treatment may appear slower and the course of the illness may be longer because of the adverse effects of the continued smoking.
