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Is it possible to get cancer after chewing tobacco for just 6 months?

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Yes: But it is also possible for anyone to get cancer, even if they have not been chewing tobacco. We know chewing tobacco increases the risk of certain types of cancer. See your md.

Answered 3/23/2013

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