
Talcum Powder Linked to Ovarian Cancer
According to a recent study published by the Cancer Prevention Research journal, the use of talcum powder-based products on a woman’s genitals increases the risk of developing ovarian cancer in a woman’s lifetime. This is because the particles that make up talcum powder are extremely fine. When directly applied to a woman’s genital area on a habitual basis, the particles may travel into the vagina, through the fallopian tubes and settle in the ovaries. The ovaries may then become hindered by the presence of talcum powder particles, resulting in an irritation that allows cancer cells to form, grow and spread.
Ovarian cancer is one of the most deadly forms of cancer. This is largely due to the fact that symptoms are often vague and diagnosis is missed until the cancer has progressed to an advanced stage and/or spread into other areas of the body such as the abdomen and pelvic region.
Related News
Federal Judge allows Plaintiffs’ experts to testify in talc ovarian cancer litigation
TRENTON, N.J. – In a ruling with significant implications for ongoing multidistrict litigation (MDL) against…
New Jersey jury hits J&J with $750 million in punitive damages in talc trial
A New Jersey state jury slapped Johnson & Johnson with $750 million in punitive damages…
FDA ignored talc warnings for years, caved to industry
In the past 50 years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has relied upon…