What causes laryngeal cancer?
The following may increase your risk of laryngeal cancer:
- heavy smoking and drinking
- poor eating habits—not enough vitamins from fruits and vegetables
- weakened immune system
- exposure to chemicals and certain substances (e.g., wood dust, paint fumes, soot)
- acid reflux
How common is laryngeal cancer?
Cancers of the larynx make up about 2%-5% of diagnosed cancers. More than twice as many men as women are diagnosed. Most cases occur between the ages of 50 and 70.
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