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A member asked:
I have tried chewing tobacco maybe 20 times. i have dont try anymore ever again. shoul i be worried about cancer?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Oral Chew: No. There is no reason to worry or be anxious. You are not at an increased risk for cancer due to you very limited use of chewing tobacco.
Answered 2/28/2017
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