Hello, if someone decides to quit drinking when will their cancer risk reduce? How long does it take for the risk to reduce to the same as someone who has never drank?
If someone decides to stop or reduce drinking alcohol, it's one of the best steps they can take for their overall health, including reducing their risk of cancer.
Studies have found that stopping alcohol can eventually reduce cancer risk, although it may take years for the risk to return to those of people who has never drank. It's difficult to give a specific timeframe as this can vary depending on factors like the amount and duration of past alcohol use, as well as individual health factors.
We have information on alcohol and cancer on our website that you may find helpful to look at.
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