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Research indicates that individuals with type 2 diabetes have a 20 percent higher risk of developing blood cancers, including leukemia. This increased risk is due to disturbances in glucose metabolism, which can lead cancer cells to increase their uptake of glucose, promoting their growth and division. Additionally, factors Show Full Answer

Research indicates that individuals with type 2 diabetes have a 20 percent higher risk of developing blood cancers, including leukemia. This increased risk is due to disturbances in glucose metabolism, which can lead cancer cells to increase their uptake of glucose, promoting their growth and division. Additionally, factors like obesity and smoking, which are common in type 2 diabetes, can also elevate the risk for both diabetes and leukemia.

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