Early Signs, Symptoms, Causes & Risk - Natural Wellness Gifts
Genetic factors: Mutations in a portion of the DNA called the BRCA2 gene can increase a man’s risk of getting prostate cancer, as well as other cancers. This same mutation in female family members may increase their risk of developing breast or ovarian cancer. However, very few cases of prostate cancer can be directly attributed to presently identifiable genetic changes. Other inherited genes associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer include RNASEL, BRCA 1, DNA mismatch genes, HPC1, and HoxB13.
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