WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2000: Re: antiperspirant and breast cancer

Re: antiperspirant and breast cancer

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 28 Feb 2000 19:21:42 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 28 Feb 2000, Rob wrote: >
>My 14 year old daughter perspires very much, and is quite self conscious
>about it. Her pediatrician recommended Drysol. I can find very little
>literature about this prescription. I am a bit hesitant about allowing
>my daughter to use it since I heard there was a correlation between
>aluminum and breast cancer. Unfortunately, the pediatrician was
>unfamiliar with the study and suggested that I speak with an obgyn.
>
>Any information (and opinions) will be greatly appreciated.
>
>thank you in advance,
>Robin

As Claudia said, there's no link whatsoever. This is one of those "quasi-medical" hoaxes we see here from time to time.

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York

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