Colon cancer linked to mouth infection and gum disease

Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine have conducted a new study indicating that a mouth infection can lead to a colorectal cancer diagnosis.  According to lead investigator Yiping Han, fusobacterium nucleatum "is much higher in people with gum disease", which can attach to colon cells and lead to colon cancer.  Thus it is important to maintain good oral health.

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Study mentioned: Rubinstein M et al. Fusobacterium nucleatum promotes colorectal carcinogenesis by modulating e-cadherin/β-catenin signaling via its FadA adhesin. Cell Host & Microbe 2013;14:195-206.