Hair dye as risk factor

Posted by vernezze @vernezze, Jun 28 10:12pm

I have none of the risk factors for bladder cancer but was diagnosed during an unrelated mri . The only possible connection in the use of hair and beard dye. Has anyone else experienced this?

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wifey9 | @wifey9 | Jun 29 6:47am

It's so frustrating trying to determine the cause of bladder cancer if you aren't a smoker or a regular alcohol drinker. I stopped coloring my hair, using Roundup, and using artificial sweetners. I started eating more organic food and participated in a trainer directed exercise program for cancer patients called Maple Tree. Following 2 hospital and at least 3 office TURBT, and at least 12+ BCG treatments, I am blessed to be almost 2 yrs cancer free. I don't know what caused my bladder cancer, and I can only advise you to make a change if you suspect something may be the cause. I hope you are successful in eliminating the cancer whatever treatment and lifestyle changes you make.

marion709 | @marion709 | Jun 29 8:34am

I was diagnosed and treated for MIBC at age 70. Nonsmoker female, used hair dye most of adult life. Occupational exposure to various chemicals in laboratories for more than 40 years. NED for more than 6 years and thriving with urostomy at age 77.