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I'm 20 my mums had cancer removed from her throat 5 times i smoked for 4 years i quit 2 weeks ago could i have cancer or be at risk?
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Good not too late: Go for regular check ups , it is very good you stopped and don't go back
Answered 2/2/2014
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