Adenocarcinoma is caused by chromosome defects and specific gene mutations that lead to uncontrolled growth of certain cell types, such as lung, breast, colon, prostate, and pancreas. In most cancers the specific genetic defect is not known. There are many factors that cause these changes, such as hormones, viruses, inflammation, chemicals, and radiation, in addition to as yet unidentified carcinogenic agents.
To research the causes of Adenocarcinoma, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Adenocarcinoma:
Causes of Broader Categories of Adenocarcinoma: Review the causal information about the various more general categories of medical conditions:
Other conditions that might have Adenocarcinoma as a complication may, potentially, be an underlying cause of Adenocarcinoma. Our database lists the following as having Adenocarcinoma as a complication of that condition:
Conditions listing Adenocarcinoma as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Adenocarcinoma. Our database lists the following as having Adenocarcinoma as a symptom of that condition:
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