concept   oral cancer
culture   India
statement   In India, oral cancer is commonly caused by chewing tobacco and betel nut, and traditional medicine is used alongside modern treatments.

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1 cancer treatment India Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicine are integrated with conventional treatments for cancer. 1
2 oral cancer India Chewing betel nut is a common cultural practice and is a major risk factor for oral cancer. 1
3 oral cancer India Chewing tobacco and betel nut increase the risk of developing oral cancer 1
4 oral cancer India Chewing tobacco and betel nut are common risk factors for oral cancer. 1
5 oral cancer India There may be a cultural stigma around oral cancer, leading to underreporting and late diagnosis in some East Asian countries and India. 1
6 tumor India May be treated with traditional medicine or herbal remedies alongside modern medical treatments 1