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A member asked:
Are there any scientific studies on long term side effects of laser hair removal -- specifically, regarding cancer related risks?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
not that I am aware of.. As far is known right now laser doe4s not cause cancer
Answered 10/25/2021
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To date there does not appear to be concrete evidence that it causes cancer . Note it is non ionizing radiation whereas ionizing radiation has a cancer risk . F/U/ w/ dermatology https://www.cancer.org.au/iheard/can-laser-hair-removal-cause-cancer https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/laser-hair-removal-side-effects https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322042#myth
Answered 10/25/2021
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