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Can someone please explain how estradiol is a carcinogen?
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Growth promotion: Carcinogens cause dna damage or promote cell growth. Estradiol, while a natural hormone, it promotes cell growth in breast and reproductive organs and potentiates the effects of carcinogens.
Answered 2/17/2013
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