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Does Anyone Really Know What Causes Prostate Cancer?

From Matthew Schmitz, M.D., About.com GuideJanuary 31, 2011

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While no one knows exactly what causes prostate cancer, numerous studies have shown that there are certain risk factors that lead to higher rates of prostate cancer.

Here is a partial list of risk factors for prostate cancer:

Age

Race

Family History

Diet and Obesityhttp://prostatecancer.about.com/od/prevention/a/lifestylechoice.htm

Lack of Exercise

Prostate Inflammation

Environmental Exposures

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