Which statements are true regarding prostate cancer? (Select all that apply.)
A) It ranks second to lung cancer as being most common among American men.
B) A familial history of prostate cancer is a risk factor.
C) Dietary habits seem to play a role in its development.
D) African-American men have an increased risk for its development.
E) Being over 65 years of age increases the risk for developing prostate cancer.

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Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non-skin cancer in American men,and the incidence varies greatly worldwide.Possible causes include a genetic predisposition,environmental and dietary factors,inflammation,and alterations in levels of hormones (e.g.,testosterone,dihydrotestosterone,estradiol)and growth factors.Incidence is greatest among northwestern European and North American men (particularly African Americans)older than 65 years of age.

Which Statements Are True Regarding Prostate Cancer? (Select All That