Microbe Normally Found in the Mouth May Drive Progression of Colorectal Cancer

April 11, 2024byDr. Monica M. Bertagnolli

Mouth microbe may drive colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer isa leading cause of deathfrom cancer in the United States. We know thatrisk of colorectal cancergoes up with age, certain coexisting health conditions, family history, smoking, alcohol use, and other factors. Researchers are also trying to learn more about what leads colorectal cancer to grow and spread. Now, findings from a new study supported in part by NIH add to evidence that colorectal tumor growth may be driven by a surprising bad actor: a microbe thats normally found in the mouth.

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