India, June 1 -- Head and neck cancer refers to a group of cancers that develop in the upper part of the digestive tract, including areas such as the mouth, throat, and voice box. While cigarette smoking is a known risk factor, the use of tobacco in any form, smoked or smokeless, remains one of the leading causes of head and neck cancers. Also read | Head and neck cancer is emerging as prevalent concern in India. Know its causes, symptoms, who are at risk

In an interview with HT lifestyle, Dr. Vishal Bansal, senior consultant - surgical oncology, Fortis Hospital, Noida said, "The risk of head and neck cancer in tobacco users is approximately 10 times higher than that of non-tobacco users and around 80% of new head and neck cancer diagnos...