Research
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Type 2 diabetes is associated with an increased risk of developing various cancers, including breast, liver, pancreas, rectum, and urinary tract cancers.
If you have type 2 diabetes, be aware of the increased risk for certain cancers. Regular screenings for breast, liver, pancreas, rectal, and urinary tract cancers may be advisable in consultation with your doctor.
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The risk of developing cancers of the breast, liver, pancreas, rectum and the urinary tract are increased in cases having type 2 diabetes (Adami et al., 1991; Onitilo et al., 2012).
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Cites specific studies linking diabetes to cancer risk.
Source
Diabetes Research, Prevalence, and Intervention in India
Sayan Mitra · European Journal of Environment and Public Health · 2018
DOI 10.20897/ejeph/4004
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