What are the Risk Factors for Infection-Related Cancers?
Risk factors for cancer related to infectious agents include:
Age: Younger individuals are more susceptible to certain infections, such as HPV. Immune Status: Immunocompromised individuals (e.g., HIV patients) are at higher risk. Geographic Location: Certain infections are more prevalent in specific regions, such as HBV in Asia and Africa. Behavioral Factors: Practices such as unprotected sex and intravenous drug use increase the risk of infections like HPV and HCV.