A recent comprehensive scientific review has found a potentially dangerous link between microplastics and some types of cancer, as well as other serious diseases.. Having discovered it, scientists may have been able to unravel one of the main mysterious reasons for the development of oncology in recent times, writes the Daily Mail.

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In their review, published in the journal Environmental Science \u0026 Technology and led by Nicholas Chartres, a senior research fellow at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, the researchers examined more than 3,000 studies to determine the impact of these microscopic plastic particles on human health..

The findings suggest that microplastics may contribute to rising rates of colon and lung cancer, especially among non-smokers, as well as reproductive problems such as infertility.. These concerns are alarming given the almost ubiquitous presence of microplastics in the environment and their bioaccumulative nature.

Microplastics, defined as plastic fragments smaller than 5 mm, come from everyday products such as packaging, tires and clothing.. They penetrate into air, water and food, which leads to their detection in human organs. The immune system recognizes microplastics as foreign substances, causing inflammation that can lead to tissue damage. Over time, this chronic inflammation can lead to serious illnesses, including liver and heart damage, and in severe cases, cancer.

Colon cancer, which historically was more common in older people, is now increasingly being diagnosed in younger populations. Similarly, the incidence of non-smoking related lung cancer is increasing.. Study finds microplastics may disrupt the protective mucus layer in the colon and cause conditions that promote tumor development. In the respiratory system, these particles are associated with airway inflammation and lung damage, further increasing the risk of cancer..

Reproductive health is another area of \u200b\u200bconcern for scientists. Microplastics have been linked to ovarian dysfunction, decreased sperm quality and even premature birth.. Researchers have found microplastics in human placenta and amniotic fluid, indicating a potential risk to fetal development.. The study highlights the need for further research into these links and calls for immediate regulatory and policy action to reduce impacts.

The scale of the problem itself is enormous, according to the authors. Almost 460 million metric tons of plastic are produced annually, and this amount is projected to triple by 2060. This escalation is exacerbating the problem of microplastic pollution, requiring rapid action to limit production and improve waste management. The economic impact of such waste is also significant: the US healthcare system alone suffers $289 billion in losses each year due to exposure to microplastics.

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