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Can chewing tobacco put you at risk for cancer in the mouth?
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Absolutely: It is a well known risk factor.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Yes: Any tobacco use, chewing tobacco or smoking raises the risk of oral cancers.
Answered 2/11/2012
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