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What are some inherited diseases caused by mutations in genes?

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Various forms of cancers are caused due to accumulation of mutations. Some DNA viruses like papilloma, etc. can turn for lysogenic phase and cause cancer. Burkitt's lymphoma is another example (chromosomal aberrations). after cancer has stepped in it causes further mutations.

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