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Context-dependent regulation of IL-6 in exercise and colorectal cancer cachexia

  • By

  • Jingwen Xiong

  • Sihan Liu

  • Jie Xu

  • Jinghan Zhang

  • Yundong Peng

  • Yibei Xia

  • Jinghua Qian

  • July 10, 2026

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    Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality, influenced by genetic, lifestyle, and inflammatory factors.

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    Cancer cachexia is a multifactorial syndrome characterized by weight loss and muscle atrophy, significantly impacting quality of life in CRC patients.

  • 3

    Interleukin-6 (IL-6) serves as a regulatory mediator linking inflammation, metabolism, and muscle wasting in the context of CRC.

  • 4

    Exercise can modulate IL-6 levels and may help mitigate cachexia, though the specific mechanisms remain unclear.

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    Current evidence does not support IL-6-guided individualized exercise prescriptions for CRC-related cachexia.

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Context-dependent regulation of IL-6 in exercise and colorectal cancer cachexia

  • by Jingwen Xiong, Sihan Liu, Jie Xu, Jinghan Zhang, Yundong Peng, Yibei Xia, Jinghua Qian

  • July 10, 2026

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