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Betel quid
Summary
Chewing betel quid (with or without tobacco) is associated with increased oral and esophageal cancer risk.
Detail
Betel quid is a chewed preparation of areca nut and slaked lime, often wrapped in a betel leaf, common across South and Southeast Asia. IARC classifies betel quid both with and without tobacco as Group 1 with sufficient evidence for cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx and esophagus.
Regional relevance
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