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I read a study on the internet. it says long term benzo use raised the risk of brain cancer by 98% and other cancers as well. is this true? i knew benzos are dangerous, but this is the first time hearing it increases the chance of cancer?

Q: i read a study on the internet. it says long term benzo use raised the risk of brain cancer by 98% and other cancers as well. is this true? i knew benzos are dangerous, but this is the first time hearing it increases the chance of cancer?

: There is no such relationship, whatsoever, BUT, suppose if you search, you can find something on the internet to support any bizarre theory.

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There is no such relationship, whatsoever, BUT, suppose if you search, you can find something on the internet to support any bizarre theory.

Answered 6/20/2022

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A member asked:

I read a study on the internet. it says long term benzo use raised the risk of brain cancer by 98% and other cancers as well. is this true? i knew benzos are dangerous, but this is the first time hearing it increases the chance of cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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