SUBJECT: Can a 40 year old get throat cancer...
MESSAGE: I have drank a lot of alcohol and lots of drugs. Not very many fruits and vegetables. This year I have gotten strep throat twice and sore throats with ear aches. Antibiotics have taken 4 different kinds this year alone. Raspy voice, very painful when swallowing.

Summarized question: What are the risk factors and symptoms of throat cancer?