Head/neck cancer Flashcards
1
Q
What’s the primary cause of head/neck cancer?
A
Inhaled cigarette, pipe, cigar smoke
Synergistic effect between tobacco use + large amounts of alcohol consumption
2
Q
Other causes of head/neck cancer
A
- Poor oral hygiene
- HPV
- GERD
- Genetic disposition
- Exposure to fumes/chemicals
- Syphillis
3
Q
Where’s the most common location of head/neck cancer?
A
Tongue
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