It is known that gastrointestinal (GI) cancer can be induced by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. For example, Helicobacter Pylori (H. Pylori) is a Gram-negative, microaerophilic bacterium found in the stomach. It can activate many oncogenic pathways, particularly those in gastric and colorectal cancers. Epstein-Barr virus may cause lymphomas and mononucleosis; hepatitis B and C viruses can cause liver cancer; papillomaviruses can cause cervical cancer and anal cancer; Fusobacterium may promote the growth of colorectal tumor. In my upcoming book, Is Cancer in Us, more examples will be described.
Disclaimer: This blog is written solely for informational purposes. It does not constitute the practice of any medical, nursing or other medical professional health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All contents posted are extracted from the book I am writing, "IS CANCER IN US", to be published in about two months.
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