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Is stomach cancer hereditary?
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Not really: While certain ethnic groups have a higher incidence, it is thought to be due more to environmental influences than hereditary factors.
Answered 9/9/2014
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Sometimes: In certain instances, famililia predisposition has been reported.In addition, hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (hnpcc) has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of gastric cancer.
Answered 6/9/2013
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