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Do certain blood types (o, a, b, etc.) increase the chances of developing cancer?
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No: The science behind this theory is not strong.
Answered 8/20/2013
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Basically no: When folks go and do studies, stomach cancer is measurably more common in folks who carry blood group A. This is probably because helicobacter binds to the blood group antigens -- it's being worked out. Beyond this, your answer is "no".
Answered 7/25/2014
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