2. A Presentation based on research done by
Dr. Cumel Dexter
M.B.B.S. (Dow.) M.R.C.P. (UK) F.R.C.P. (Edim.)
Associate Professor
Consultant Gastroenterologist
From Ghana
23. Fact
The highest incidence of oral cancer
worldwide is seen in persons of Asian origin
due to the rampant use of Tobacco, Betel
Nut, Slaked Lime and Paan use
Advanced Cancer of the Mouth, Lip and Chin
in a chronic smoker and Paan Masala user
38. Reduces IQ and intellectual
Capacity
Domestic Problems
Financial Crisis
Oral Cancer
Lung Cancer
Ulcers
Deformity in sperms
Gangrene of feet
39. )Data (epidemiology
Tobacco KILLS 4.9 Million People annually
About 10 millions will die every year by
2020
Most of these will be in middle age
Mostly in third world
40. An ounce of prevention
yields a pound of cure
Prevention Works
Lets practice it
Good afternoon Gentlemen This afternoon I will talk about a traditional Asian habit turned malady and that is the use of the Areca nut, the Paan leaf, Slaked lime, Catechu and oral Tobacco combination and its very real dangers . These constituents are partners in crime responsible for the alarming increase in pre-malignant and malignant oral lesions in persons of Asian origin. This combination is know as betel mix/Mawo/Gutka You may be shocked to hear that today in this very city there are children starting from the age of 5 years, yes, gentleman you heard me correctly 5 years!!! and above hooked on tobacco laced betel mix . For the benefit of the uninitiated let me introduce to you what the components of this betel mix are, what they looks like, their roles and effects .
Act now before it is too late
I hope that all of you present are now empower with the real facts about this deadly habit and will spread the word after all .....a danger foreseen is a danger avoided