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There are about 3.7 × 10H30 microbes living on earth
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IACR) estimates that only 11 of the ~10H12 microbial species on earth directly cause cancer. However, it is assumed that about 20% of human cancers can be linked to microbial pathogens (Oncomicrobes)
Microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, can contribute to cancer development through various mechanisms:
Chronic infections can lead to continuous inflammation, causing DNA damage and mutations in host cells. This persistent state of da…