A review of current research published in the journal ecancer suggests that antidepressants may help the human body fight cancer by boosting its immune response. Scientists say antidepressants work by affecting levels of prostaglandins, which control both how cells function and malfunction. Excessive synthesis of these chemicals suppresses the immune system's function and cause cancer. The study's authors say their research suggests that antidepressants may have the potential to prevent, stop,...
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