A member asked:

Do high estrogen levels cause breast cancer in men?

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Dr. Paul Harper answered

NO: Estrogen does not cause cancer, but it can stimulate cancer and cause it to grow faster.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 9/8/2012

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Dr. Raymundo Romero answered

IT'S A RISK FACTOR: Prolonged exposure to estrogen is a risk factor for breast cancer in men. Obesity, liver cirrhosis and high alcohol intake can lead to a high estrogen state.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/24/2017

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A member asked:

Do high estrogen levels cause breast cancer in men?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Paul Harper answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

Dr. Raymundo Romero answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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