Diet/testicular cancer

A diet high in dairy products (particularly cheese), luncheon meats, and baked goods increases the risk of testicular cancer according to a report from the Canadian Cancer Registries Epidemiology Research group.

Earlier studies have demonstrated a relationship between milk, meat, cheese and fat intake and testicular cancer. Other known risk factors include cryptorchidism and estrogen exposure in utero.

The authors comment that baked goods often contain milk or milk products, eggs and sugar, which may contribute to the risk.

While testicular cancer is relatively rare the incidence is increasing.

(International Journal of Cancer 106:934-941, 2003)

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