A tightly tied waist cord on a saree underskirt may pose a cancer risk.

How Your Saree Could Affect Skin Cancer Risk?A tightly tied waist cord of the underskirt (petticoat) traditionally worn under ...

In a study, doctors have documented treating two women of “petticoat cancer” — a condition possibly triggered by tying the ...

There are several factors believed to contribute to this condition. The constant friction from tight petticoats or waistbands ...

Persistent cord friction is associated with chronic inflammation, which can result in skin ulceration. Doctors in BMJ Case ...

Marjolin ulcers, or “saree cancer” as it is sometimes colloquially called ... Opt for Looser Petticoats: Choosing a looser ...

The continuous friction caused by garments that are tightly-tied in the same place could pose a risk of cancer.

Avoid Tightly Tied Cords: Refrain from tying saree, dhoti, or salwar cords too tightly around the waist. Instead, opt for looser, adjustable waistbands that reduce pressure on the skin.

Skin cancer may result from the saree wearing with waist cords that are tied firmly, says study. The traditional saree tying ...

New research suggests wearing a saree could put women at risk of ‘petticoat cancer’ Here’s all you need to know about the ...

A study has identified a health risk called 'petticoat cancer' or 'saree cancer' which can be caused by regularly tying the petticoat too tightly. | News, Mind and Body ...

(STAT)Only about one in six individuals at high risk for lung cancer in the U.S. have heard of lung cancer screening or ...