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Search online or scroll through social media, and you’ll find no shortage of advice about cancer. Some posts claim certain foods cause cancer, while others promise miracle cures or simple ways to prevent it. With so much information competing for our attention, it can be difficult to separate reliable medical guidance from myths and misleading claims. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“When it comes to cancer and health in general, it’s important to rely on information that’s supported by high-quality research \u2013 not social media trends,” says Veli Bakalov, MD<\/a>, a hematologist\/medical oncologist at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>. “Scientific recommendations are based on years of research and evidence, and they continue to evolve as we learn more.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are five common cancer myths \u2013 and what the science really says. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #1: Sugar Feeds Cancer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Truth:<\/strong> While cancer cells use glucose (sugar) for energy, so does every healthy cell in your body. Eating sugar does not selectively feed cancer or cause tumors to grow faster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That doesn’t mean your diet doesn’t matter. Diets high in added sugar can contribute to obesity, which is a known risk factor for several types of cancer.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goal isn’t to eliminate sugar entirely, but to maintain a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds, lean proteins like chicken and fish, and healthy fats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“There isn’t one food that causes cancer or one food that cures it,” says Danny Markabawi, MD<\/a>, a hematologist\/medical oncologist at MD Anderson at Cooper who specializes in the treatment of breast cancer. “Overall eating patterns and maintaining a healthy weight have a much greater impact on long-term health than avoiding any single ingredient.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #2: If Cancer Doesn’t Run in My Family, I’m Not at Risk <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Truth:<\/strong> Family history is important, but most cancers occur in people with no significant family history of the disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While inherited genetic mutations increase the risk for certain cancers, only a small percentage of cancers are directly linked to inherited genes. Age, lifestyle, environmental exposures, and chance all play a role. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means everyone should pay attention to recommended cancer screenings and discuss their personal risk factors with their health care team \u2013 even if no one in their family has had cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing your family history can help identify people who may benefit from earlier screening or genetic counseling, but it shouldn’t provide a false sense of security. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have multiple family members with cancer, relatives diagnosed at a young age, or a strong family history of certain cancers, you may benefit from genetic counseling. The William G. Rohrer Cancer Genetics Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a> offers hereditary cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, and genetic testing to help patients better understand and manage their cancer risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #3: Deodorant Causes Breast Cancer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Truth:<\/strong> This myth has circulated for years, but scientific studies have not found evidence that deodorants or antiperspirants increase the risk of breast cancer. Major health organizations, including the American Cancer Society, state there is no strong link between underarm hygiene products and breast cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Researchers have studied ingredients such as aluminum compounds and parabens, but current research has not found a link between these ingredients and breast cancer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“One of the challenges we face is that health misinformation often spreads faster than scientific evidence,” Dr. Bakalov says. “When new claims emerge, it’s important to look at what multiple well-designed studies show, not a single headline or social media post.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re concerned about a product you use, talk with your physician. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #4: Microwaves Cause Cancer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Truth:<\/strong> Microwave ovens do not make food radioactive or increase your cancer risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microwave ovens use non-ionizing radiation to heat food by causing water molecules to vibrate. Although the word “radiation” sounds alarming, not all radiation is the same. Sunlight, radio waves, Wi-Fi, and microwave ovens all use non-ionizing radiation, which does not have enough energy to damage DNA. Unlike the ionizing radiation used in X-rays, microwave ovens do not increase your cancer risk or make food radioactive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As long as your microwave is functioning properly and used according to the manufacturer’s instructions, it is considered safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #5: If I Feel Healthy, I Don’t Need Cancer Screening <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Truth:<\/strong> Many cancers develop silently, causing few \u2013 or no \u2013 symptoms in their early stages. That’s why screening is so important. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tests such as mammograms, colonoscopies, cervical cancer screening, lung cancer screening for eligible individuals, and skin exams can detect cancer before symptoms appear \u2013 or even identify precancerous changes before cancer develops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“One of the most powerful tools we have against cancer is early detection,” says Dr. Markabawi. “Many cancers are much more treatable when they’re found early, which is why it’s so important to stay up to date with recommended screenings \u2013 even if you feel perfectly healthy.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk with your primary care professional about which screenings are right for you based on your age, family history, and personal risk factors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where Should You Get Your Cancer Information? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Health information has never been more accessible, but not all of it is accurate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you come across a health claim on social media, take a few extra seconds to see where the information is coming from. Is the information coming from a recognized medical organization, academic medical center, or physician? Or is it based on an influencer’s opinion or a personal story? Checking the source can help you separate trustworthy information from misinformation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“As physicians, our goal is to help patients make informed decisions based on the best available evidence,” Dr. Bakalov says. “If something sounds too good to be true or promises a simple cure, it’s worth asking your doctor before making changes to your health care.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, choosing where you receive care matters. At MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>, you have access to nationally recognized cancer specialists, advanced treatment options, clinical trials, and a multidisciplinary team committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care. If you’re seeking treatment or a second opinion, call 855.MDA.COOPER<\/a> (855.632.2667<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n

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5 mitos sobre el c\u00e1ncer desmentidos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Si buscas en internet o navegas por las redes sociales, encontrar\u00e1s infinidad de consejos sobre el c\u00e1ncer. Algunas publicaciones afirman que ciertos alimentos lo causan, mientras que otras prometen curas milagrosas o maneras sencillas de prevenirlo. Con tanta informaci\u00f3n compitiendo por nuestra atenci\u00f3n, puede ser dif\u00edcil distinguir la informaci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica fiable de los mitos y las afirmaciones enga\u00f1osas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“En lo que respecta al c\u00e1ncer y la salud en general, es importante basarse en informaci\u00f3n respaldada por investigaciones de alta calidad, no en las tendencias de las redes sociales,” afirma el  Veli Bakalov, MD<\/a>, hemat\u00f3logo y onc\u00f3logo m\u00e9dico del MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>. “Las recomendaciones cient\u00edficas se basan en a\u00f1os de investigaci\u00f3n y evidencia, y siguen evolucionando a medida que aprendemos m\u00e1s.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aqu\u00ed tienes cinco mitos comunes sobre el c\u00e1ncer y lo que dice la ciencia al respecto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mito #1: El az\u00facar alimenta el c\u00e1ncer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La verdad:<\/strong> Si bien las c\u00e9lulas cancerosas utilizan glucosa (az\u00facar) como fuente de energ\u00eda, tambi\u00e9n lo hacen todas las c\u00e9lulas sanas del cuerpo. Consumir az\u00facar no alimenta selectivamente el c\u00e1ncer ni acelera el crecimiento de los tumores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esto no significa que la dieta no importe. Las dietas ricas en az\u00facares a\u00f1adidos pueden contribuir a la obesidad, un factor de riesgo conocido para varios tipos de c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

El objetivo no es eliminar el az\u00facar por completo, sino mantener una dieta equilibrada rica en frutas, verduras, cereales integrales, frutos secos y semillas, prote\u00ednas magras como el pollo y el pescado, y grasas saludables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“No existe un solo alimento que cause c\u00e1ncer ni un solo alimento que lo cure,” afirma el Danny Markabawi, MD<\/a>, hemat\u00f3logo y onc\u00f3logo m\u00e9dico del MD Anderson en Cooper, especializado en el tratamiento del c\u00e1ncer de mama. “Los h\u00e1bitos alimenticios en general y el mantenimiento de un peso saludable tienen un impacto mucho mayor en la salud a largo plazo que evitar un solo ingrediente.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mito #2: Si el c\u00e1ncer no es hereditario en mi familia, no corro riesgo <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La verdad:<\/strong> Los antecedentes familiares son importantes, pero la mayor\u00eda de los c\u00e1nceres se presentan en personas sin antecedentes familiares significativos de la enfermedad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Si bien las mutaciones gen\u00e9ticas heredadas aumentan el riesgo de ciertos tipos de c\u00e1ncer, solo un peque\u00f1o porcentaje de ellos est\u00e1 directamente relacionado con genes heredados. La edad, el estilo de vida, la exposici\u00f3n a factores ambientales y el azar influyen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Esto significa que todos deben prestar atenci\u00f3n a las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer recomendadas y hablar sobre sus factores de riesgo personales con su equipo m\u00e9dico, incluso si nadie en su familia ha tenido c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conocer sus antecedentes familiares puede ayudar a identificar a las personas que podr\u00edan beneficiarse de pruebas de detecci\u00f3n tempranas o asesoramiento gen\u00e9tico, pero no debe generar una falsa sensaci\u00f3n de seguridad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Si tiene varios familiares con c\u00e1ncer, parientes diagnosticados a una edad temprana o antecedentes familiares importantes de ciertos tipos de c\u00e1ncer, podr\u00eda beneficiarse del asesoramiento gen\u00e9tico. El William G. Rohrer Cancer Genetics Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a> ofrece evaluaci\u00f3n del riesgo de c\u00e1ncer hereditario, asesoramiento gen\u00e9tico y pruebas gen\u00e9ticas para ayudar a los pacientes a comprender mejor y gestionar su riesgo de c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mito #3: El desodorante causa c\u00e1ncer de mama<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La verdad:<\/strong> Este mito ha circulado durante a\u00f1os, pero los estudios cient\u00edficos no han encontrado evidencia de que los desodorantes o antitranspirantes aumenten el riesgo de c\u00e1ncer de mama. Importantes organizaciones de salud, incluida la Sociedad Americana contra el C\u00e1ncer, afirman que no existe una relaci\u00f3n s\u00f3lida entre los productos de higiene axilar y el c\u00e1ncer de mama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Los investigadores han estudiado ingredientes como los compuestos de aluminio y los parabenos, pero las investigaciones actuales no han encontrado una relaci\u00f3n entre estos ingredientes y el c\u00e1ncer de mama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Uno de los desaf\u00edos que enfrentamos es que la desinformaci\u00f3n sobre salud a menudo se propaga m\u00e1s r\u00e1pido que la evidencia cient\u00edfica,” dice el Dr. Bakalov. “Cuando surgen nuevas afirmaciones, es importante analizar lo que muestran m\u00faltiples estudios bien dise\u00f1ados, no un solo titular o publicaci\u00f3n en redes sociales.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Si le preocupa alg\u00fan producto que usa, hable con su m\u00e9dico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mito #4: Los microondas causan c\u00e1ncer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La verdad: <\/strong>Los hornos microondas no vuelven radiactivos los alimentos ni aumentan el riesgo de c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Los hornos microondas utilizan radiaci\u00f3n no ionizante para calentar los alimentos, haciendo vibrar las mol\u00e9culas de agua. Aunque la palabra “radiaci\u00f3n” suena alarmante, no toda la radiaci\u00f3n es igual. La luz solar, las ondas de radio, el Wi-Fi y los hornos microondas utilizan radiaci\u00f3n no ionizante, que no tiene la energ\u00eda suficiente para da\u00f1ar el DNA. A diferencia de la radiaci\u00f3n ionizante utilizada en los rayos X, los hornos microondas no aumentan el riesgo de c\u00e1ncer ni vuelven radiactivos los alimentos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Siempre que su microondas funcione correctamente y se utilice seg\u00fan las instrucciones del fabricante, se considera seguro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mito #5: Si me siento sano, no necesito hacerme pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La verdad:<\/strong> Muchos c\u00e1nceres se desarrollan silenciosamente, causando pocos o ning\u00fan s\u00edntoma en sus etapas iniciales. Por eso, las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n son tan importantes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pruebas como mamograf\u00edas, colonoscopias, pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer de cuello uterino, pruebas de detecci\u00f3n de c\u00e1ncer de pulm\u00f3n para personas elegibles y ex\u00e1menes de la piel pueden detectar el c\u00e1ncer antes de que aparezcan los s\u00edntomas, o incluso identificar cambios precancerosos antes de que se desarrolle el c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Una de las herramientas m\u00e1s poderosas que tenemos contra el c\u00e1ncer es la detecci\u00f3n temprana,” afirma el Dr. Markabawi. “Muchos c\u00e1nceres son mucho m\u00e1s tratables cuando se detectan a tiempo, por lo que es fundamental mantenerse al d\u00eda con las pruebas de detecci\u00f3n recomendadas, incluso si se siente perfectamente sano.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consulte con su m\u00e9dico de cabecera sobre qu\u00e9 pruebas de detecci\u00f3n son adecuadas para usted seg\u00fan su edad, antecedentes familiares y factores de riesgo personales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00bfD\u00f3nde deber\u00eda obtener informaci\u00f3n sobre el c\u00e1ncer? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

La informaci\u00f3n sobre salud nunca ha sido tan accesible, pero no toda es precisa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Si encuentras una afirmaci\u00f3n sobre salud en las redes sociales, t\u00f3mate unos segundos para verificar su origen. \u00bfProviene de una organizaci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica reconocida, un centro m\u00e9dico acad\u00e9mico o un m\u00e9dico? \u00bfO se basa en la opini\u00f3n de un influencer o una historia personal? Verificar la fuente te ayudar\u00e1 a distinguir la informaci\u00f3n confiable de la desinformaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Como m\u00e9dicos, nuestro objetivo es ayudar a los pacientes a tomar decisiones informadas basadas en la mejor evidencia disponible,” afirma el Dr. Bakalov. “Si algo parece demasiado bueno para ser verdad o promete una cura sencilla, conviene consultar con tu m\u00e9dico antes de realizar cambios en tu atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Si a ti o a un ser querido le han diagnosticado c\u00e1ncer, elegir d\u00f3nde recibir atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica es fundamental. En el MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper<\/a>, tendr\u00e1 acceso a especialistas en c\u00e1ncer reconocidos a nivel nacional, opciones de tratamiento avanzadas, ensayos cl\u00ednicos y un equipo multidisciplinario comprometido con brindar atenci\u00f3n personalizada basada en la evidencia. Si busca tratamiento o una segunda opini\u00f3n, llame al 855.MDA.COOPER<\/a> (855.632.2667<\/a>).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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