Cancer can be viewed as an internal enemy, whereby damaged cells not only replicate but also manipulate the body’s systems to their advantage. While historically the nervous system was seen merely as a victim of tumors, recent studies reveal its significant role in supporting cancer growth. Researchers like Michelle Monje have pioneered the field of cancer neuroscience, uncovering chemical and electrical interactions that enhance tumor sustenance, especially in brain cancers, but also in other types such as breast and prostate cancer. This paradigm shift in understanding cancer emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary approaches in treatment.
Cancer arises as an enemy from within, as damaged cells multiply and invade surrounding tissues, leading to a complex relationship with the nervous system.
The discovery of interactions between neurons and cancer cells highlights the role of the nervous system in promoting tumor growth, establishing a new field of cancer neuroscience.
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