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Is not wearing a bra most days (excluding sport) a risk factor for cancer?

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Dr. Patrick Mckenna answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

No: That is not a known risk factor for cancer.

Dr Brand agreed

Answered 8/26/2015

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