Gutka
| Gutka | |
|---|---|
| Term | Gutka |
| Short definition | gut flora (. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Gutka - (pronounced) (GUT-kuh) A type of smokeless tobacco made in India and widely used throughout Asia. It is a mixture of tobacco, crushed betel nut (also called betel nut), spices and other ingredients. It is used like chewing tobacco and placed in the mouth, usually between the gums and cheek. Gutka contains nicotine and many harmful, cancer-causing chemicals. Use can lead to nicotine addiction and cause cancer of the lips, mouth, tongue, throat and esophagus. Also called betelquid with tobacco
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