Signals derived from the commensal microbiota to promote intestinal tumor development

Chronic inflammation can stimulate carcinogenesis in an individual, as is evident by the association between chronic inflammatory bowel diseases and the increased risk of colon carcinoma. Various factors, like bacterial, viral, and parasitic infections, chemical irritants, and nondigestible particles can lead to chronic inflammation. Carcinogenesis is directly related to the time period of inflammation and Chronic Inflammation.