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What are cancer causing viruses called?
Oncoviruses.
Cancer-causing irritants which trigger viruses?
Smoking is a cancer-causing irritant which can trigger viruses. Smoking can cause allergies which can lead to a weakened immune system.
Cancer-causing viruses are known as?
Cancer-causing viruses are known as oncogenic viruses or tumour viruses. These viruses can integrate their genetic material into the host cell's DNA, disrupting normal cellular functions and promoting uncontrolled cell growth, which can lead to the development of cancer. Examples of oncogenic viruses include human papillomavirus (HPV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HCV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and human T-cell lymphotropic virus (HTLV). These viruses can cause various types of cancer, such as cervical cancer (HPV), liver cancer (HBV and HCV), nasopharyngeal carcinoma (EBV), and adult T-cell leukaemia/lymphoma (HTLV).
Is there a link between viruses and the development of cancer?
Yes, there is a link between certain viruses and the development of cancer. Some viruses, known as oncogenic or cancer-causing viruses, can interfere with normal cell processes, leading to uncontrolled cell growth and tumor formation. Examples include human papillomavirus (HPV), which is associated with cervical cancer, and hepatitis B and C viruses, which can lead to liver cancer. These viruses can alter the host's genetic material, promoting malignancy.
Can you get cancer sexually from someome that has lung cancer?
No. You can't "give" someone cancer. However cancer causing viruses like HPV can be transmitted sexually, but not cancer itself.
What is the medical term meaning agent that causes cancer?
Something that is cancer-causing is carcinogenic.
What things cause cancer?
Cancer is triggered when there is a malfunction in the reproduction of cells. Either there is too much of something or not enough, causing the malfunctioning cells to constantly reproduce, which is later formed into what is known as a tumor.
How do viruses kill cancer cells?
Viruses can be engineered to specifically target and infect cancer cells, causing them to die. Some viruses can also stimulate the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells. Additionally, certain viruses have the ability to directly interfere with the replication process of cancer cells, leading to their death.
Why is it difficult in establishing the etiology of cancer?
Viruses can infect a cell (s) without causing cancer, sometimes cancer can occur long after an infection takes place. Cancer is not contagious, so difficult to track.
Disease-causing organisms are known as?
Bacteria and viruses that cause illness are known as pathogens.
What is a cancer causing substance known as?
A Carcinogen.
How are viruses and cancer related?
Viruses are pathogens that cause diseases which leads to cancer.
