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The exact cause of papillary thyroid cancer is unknown in most cases.
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However, several factors have been identified as potential risk factors, including:
Radiation exposure:
Exposure to high doses of radiation to the head and neck, such as from medical treatments or nuclear accidents, can increase the risk of developing papillary thyroid cancer.
Genetic factors:
Certain genetic mutations, such as BRAF and RET mutations, can predispose individuals to developing thyroid cancer.
Family history:
Having a family member with thyroid cancer increases the risk of developing it oneself.
Gender:
Women are more likely to develop papillary thyroid cancer than men.
Age:
Papillary thyroid cancer is most common in people between the ages of 20 and 55.
Iodine deficiency:
Some studies suggest that low iodine levels may increase the risk of thyroid cancer, but this is not well-established.
It's important to note that most people with these risk factors do not develop papillary thyroid cancer.
Additionally, many cases of papillary thyroid cancer have no identifiable risk factors.
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