‘Eureka’ moment as scientists discover common drug stops some cancers spreading
‘Eureka’ moment as scientists discover aspirin stops cancers spreading
- Scientists have discovered that aspirin may help prevent the spread of some cancers by boosting the immune system.
- The research, published in Nature, found that Aspirin inhibits a protein that suppresses T-cells, allowing them to target and destroy spreading cancer cells.
- Clinical trials are underway to investigate Aspirin's potential in preventing Cancer recurrence, particularly in breast, oesophageal, stomach, prostate, and bowel cancers.
- While promising, experts caution against self-medicating with Aspirin due to potential side effects like stomach bleeding and emphasise the importance of consulting a doctor.
- Further research is needed to determine who is most likely to benefit from Aspirin as a Cancer prevention measure and to explore alternative drugs that offer similar benefits without the side effects.