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Can you get breast cancer when you are older from wearing a bra 24/7?

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NO: I don't know where this is coming from - this is the second question along this line tonight. I know of no such relationship, and cannot fathom such a causative factor. Good luck.

Answered 8/11/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, a breast myth.: A book called “dressed to kill” indicated underwire bras restricted lymphatic drainage & led to accumulation of toxins in the breast. It was theorized this contributed to development of breast cancer. However, lymphatic drainage from the breast is not downward (gravity) – it moves towards the axilla (arm pit). The author's conclusions were not based on medical science & are not deemed accurate.

Answered 10/4/2016

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