Genetic Disorders That Increase Cancer Risks (Part II)

In a previous article, our medical experts here at New Hope Unlimited introduced our readers to genetic diseases that increase family members’ risk of cancer. To recap, a genetic syndrome, hereditary disorder, or inherited disease is any ailment arising from an abnormality in the genetic makeup of a person. Some individuals inherit genetic disorders from their parents, while acquired mutations in a preexisting gene or cluster of genes cause other genetic diseases. Such mutations can either occur at random or because of particular environmental exposure.

Today, we will continue our discussion regarding cancer-causing hereditary disorders. They include the following, according …read more