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Esophageal Cancer Prevention
Prevention of esophageal cancer includes:
  • Stop smoking.
  • Avoid exposure to secondary smoke.
  • Do not chew tobacco.
  • Avoid alcohol, or drink alcohol in moderation:
    • For men: no more than 2 alcoholic beverages per day
    • For women: no more than 1 alcoholic beverage per day
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Last Updated: Jul 4, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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