Oral cancer takes the lives of thousands of Americans every year, largely because it gets discovered in the late stages of development. For this reason, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the risk factors that increase your chances of developing the condition. While excessive alcohol consumption, tobacco use, and prolonged exposure are among the top factors, there’s another risk that many people don’t consider when it comes to oral/mouth cancer: human papillomavirus.
To learn what links these two conditions together and other
important information regarding oral cancer, keep reading!
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