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What causes nasal cancer and what should i do do minimize the chance of having it?
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Prevention: Chemicals used in leather tanning as well as fine wood dusts are known to increase risk of sinus and nasal cancer. Wear a filter mask if you work in those industries. Smoking is another risk factor for cancer in the aerodigestive tract!
Answered 10/23/2017
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