Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer
A family history of prostate cancer increases the risk. Other possible risk factors include the following:
- 55 years old and older
- Diet high in saturated fat
- Exposure to heavy metals (e.g., cadmium)
- Obesity/Overweight
- Race (African American)
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Smoking
Physician-developed and -monitored.
Original Date of Publication: 10 Jun 1998
Reviewed by: Stanley J. Swierzewski, III, M.D.
Last Reviewed: 17 Oct 2007
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