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By what mechanism is Streptococcus bovis acting as a risk factor for colorectal cancer?
Streptococcus bovis bacteremia/endocarditis is considered a risk factor for colorectal cancer. What pathophysiological mechanism may link the two together?
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Can plants get cancer?
I can't think of any reason why plants wouldn't be able to get cancer, but I've never heard of a plant growing a tumor. I've also never seen a plant with a noticeable abnormal growth. Can plants get ...
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What causes mutations in regulatory genes? [closed]
In detail, what causes mutations in regulatory genes?
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In cancer, why do cells duplicate themselves?
In regards to cancer why do cells replicate themselves? If it's a mutation, what kind of mutation would this be classified as?