CHEWING GUM REDUCES HPV AND ORAL CANCER-ASSOCIATED BACTERIA IN HEAD AND NECK SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA

Emerging data published in Scientific Reports, demonstrates extracts from a bioengineered chewing gum to significantly reduce the levels of 3 microbes associated with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). The medicated chewing gum displayed substantial reductions in oral human papillomavirus (HPV), Porphyromonas gingivalis (P gingivalis), and Fusobacterium nucleatum (Fnucleatum). The research evaluated a lablab […]

HPV IN HEAD AND NECK CANCER

HPV IN HEAD AND NECK CANCER HPV (Human Papillomavirus) causes a rapidly rising number of head and neck cancers, specifically oropharyngeal cancer (back of the throat, base of tongue, tonsils). Unlike tobacco-related cancers, HPV-positive patients are often younger and have better treatment prognoses. Share ⬇️

HEAD AND NECK CANCER

Head and neck cancer is the seventh most common cancer worldwide, representing about 4.5% of all cancer diagnoses. Despite treatment advances, many patients, especially those with recurrent or metastatic disease, face poor long-term outcomes and significant symptom and treatment burdens that can impact basic life functions such as speech, swallowing, and taste, and cause fatigue and pain. “Worldwide, head […]

HPV IN HEAD AND NECK CANCER

HPV IN HEAD AND NECK CANCER HPV (Human Papillomavirus) causes a rapidly rising number of head and neck cancers, specifically oropharyngeal cancer (back of the throat, base of tongue, tonsils). Unlike tobacco-related cancers, HPV-positive patients are often younger and have better treatment prognoses. Read and share ⬇️

HPV – HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS AND OROPHARYNGEAL CANCER

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is increasingly recognized as a significant risk factor for oropharyngeal cancers, leading to a rise in HPV-positive cases among younger, non-smoking patients. Understanding the impact of HPV is essential for both medical providers and the public, highlighting the importance of early detection and vaccination.

HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS (HPV)

HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS (HPV) Human papillomavirus infection is is caused by a DNA virus from the papillomaviridae family. Most HPV infections show no symptoms and resolve spontaneously. However, in some cases, they persist and result in warts or precancerous lesions. There are over 100 different types of HPV. Some types are considered high-risk because they are […]

ORAL SEX IS NOW THE LEADING RISK FACTOR FOR THROAT CANCER

ORAL SEX IS NOW THE LEADING RISK FACTOR FOR THROAT CANCER Oral sex is the leading “risk factor” for oropharyngeal cancer, a specific kind of throat cancer that affects the tonsils and back of the throat, according to British expert Dr. Hisham Menanna. While throat cancer is often considered to be a consequence of smoking, […]

ORAL CANCER RISK FACTORS

ORAL CANCER RISK FACTORS The major risk factors for oral cancer include tobacco use, alcohol consumption, HPV infection, and prolonged sun exposure. 1. Tobacco Use: Smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, or using smokeless tobacco (like snuff and betel quid) significantly increases the risk of oral cancer. The risk increases with the amount and duration of tobacco […]

HPV AND HEAD/NECK CANCER

HPV AND HEAD/NECK CANCER HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. The HPV virus infects most individuals throughout their lives and particularly infects the mucosa of the genital organs and mouth and throat. Some types of HPV (in particular HPV-16) can lead to the development of tumors, including […]

A COMPLEX AND DIFFICULT DIAGNOSIS

A COMPLEX AND DIFFICULT DIAGNOSIS Do you want to know more about this #cancer, which records 550,000 new cases, every year in the world? Read and Share!