Head and neck cancer is rising fast — Smoking could be the reason

Alarmingly, head and neck cancer ranks second most common in India, heavily linked to tobacco use, especially smoking. Cigarette smoke's carcinogens damage DNA, fostering cancer development. Continuing to smoke hinders treatment effectiveness and elevates recurrence risks. Quitting smoking improves treatment outcomes, quality of life, and survival rates for cancer patients. Cessation methods include medication and counseling.

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