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I put powder under my arms to keep it dry im worried now that it cause breast cancer cause the talc and stuff in powder?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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Corn starch...: If you need to use a powder to keep dry, find a corn starch-based powder. Most baby powders are now made with corn starch instead of talc. There are also anti-perspirants that are made to keep the underarms dry so that powders are not necessary. Hope this helps! Best of luck to you!

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Answered 11/15/2020

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A member asked:

I put powder under my arms to keep it dry im worried now that it cause breast cancer cause the talc and stuff in powder?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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