This anti-sedative may prevent the brutal gut-crushing side effects from chemotherapy
Inhibiting a protein called the GABAA receptor protects the gut from experiencing the toxic aftermath of a chemotherapy or radiotherapy session.
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Beneficial gut microbes can alleviate side effects of chemotherapy
Distinct types of bacteria in the human gut protect other good bacteria from cancer treatments like chemotherapy, according to a recent study.
Gut health is compromised during chemotherapy, study finds
Chemotherapy is effective at preventing the proliferation of cancer cells, however, the treatment also destroys white blood cells and beneficial gut microbes.