The Cancer Microenvironment: What Conditions Do Tumors Thrive in?

In general, there are risk factors for cancer that we should avoid from our environment. Focusing further inside our body, we can investigate the kind of microscopic environment cancer cells need. There are different types of cancers. Each of these responds specifically to different parts of our bodies. In an attempt to understand this specific environment, we will explore the tumor microenvironment. This refers to the specific conditions inside our bodies that may support cancer cell proliferation. Throughout the discussion, we will see how different parts of our body can change to promote cancer cell growth. 

Macroscopic Cancer Environment

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