This article explains chewing tobacco cancer risk and the types of cancer associated with dip.
It also offers information about how you might quit using chewing tobacco.
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What Is Snuff or Dip?
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Snuff or dip consists of finely ground tobacco.
It can be dry, packaged, or moist.
Snuff is packaged in pouches or packets.
There are different uses of these smokeless tobaccos.
Some types are placed in the mouth and others are inhaled into the nose or sniffed.
The dry snuff is in powder form and fire-cured.
Typical use is a pinch of powder through the mouth or inhaled through the nose.
Moist snuff is aged and fermented.
The tobacco is processed into fine particles.
The typical use of moist snuff is placing a dip or pinch between the lip and gums or cheek.
Another popular product in the U.S. issnus.
This chewing tobacco comes in small pouches that look like small tea bags.
The pouch is placed between the teeth or cheek and gums.
Unlike dry snuff and moist snuff, snus doesnt require spitting.
Types of Smokeless Tobacco
Smokeless tobaccos come in various forms.
These products include:
How Much Nicotine Is in Dip?
The amount of nicotine in dip tobacco depends on the product.
Is Dip Worse Than Cigarettes?
Smokeless tobacco is known to deliver morenicotinethan cigarette smoking.
Men over the age of 50 have the greatest risk of oral cancer.
Regular smoking, tobacco use, and excessive use of alcohol can increase the risk of oral cancer.
Another way it forms is with erythroplakia, a raised red patch that develops inside of the mouth.
An oral cancer screening exam is done by a dentist, usually as part of an exam.
An oral brush biopsy is done if there is a concern about the findings or dip cancer symptoms.
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal canceroccurs when cancer cells form in the tissues of the esophagus.
It starts in the inner lining and spreads to the outer layers.
Men have a higher risk than women of developing esophageal cancer.
One of the immediate effects of tobacco in humans consists of an increase in pulse rate and blood pressure.
Steps to Quit Chewing Tobacco Use
Its never easy to break a tobacco habit and nicotine addiction.
It may help to make a plan and enlist your loved ones in supporting you.
TheAmerican Cancer Societyoffers resources and tips to help you stop using tobacco.
It is important to think long-term when it comes to your health.
Choosing healthy habits such as diet, exercise, and avoiding habits that can cause health issues are important.
There may be a white or red patch on the tissue.
Oral cancers are treatable.
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