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A deodorant item by gillette states that if one has kidney disease, consult a doctor. why does it have an effect on kidney functions? thanks.

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Aluminum: Deodorants contain aluminum, which can build up if kidneys are not fully functional. Aluminum build up can become toxic. The risk from deodorant is very very low.

Answered 12/27/2019

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