The likelihood of having head and neck cancer may increase with the use of cocaine.
This study investigated the cocaine use-head and neck cancer connection hypothesis. Researchers matched cocaine usage with the incidence rates of head and neck cancer (HNC) in a study population comprising of 4,145 men and women.
Researchers noticed that regular intake of cocaine raised the risk of developing cancer in the head and neck region. This study highlighted the head and neck cancer-promoting action of cocaine.