Are There Treatments for Virus-Associated Cancers?
Treatments for virus-associated cancers often involve a combination of standard cancer therapies such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. In some cases, antiviral medications can be used to treat the underlying viral infection. For example, antiviral drugs like interferon and direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) are used to treat HCV infection and can reduce the risk of liver cancer. Additionally, targeted therapies and immunotherapies are being developed to specifically address the molecular changes caused by oncogenic viruses.
