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Des heavy alcohol consumption cause cancer?
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Absolutely: Alcohol consumption is strongly linked with the development of oral cancer, throat cancer, esophageal cancer, and liver cancer.
Answered 12/30/2014
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Yes : Esophagus and oral cancer also breast cancer is increased in women who have alcohol abuse or dependence.
Answered 2/7/2013
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