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Can Soda Cause Cancer

Posted on Thu, 23 Jun 2022

Question: Can soda cause cancer

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
There is indirect relationship between the two

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

Thanks for posting your query. I have read it.

There is indirect relationship between soda consumption and cancer. Soda consumption does not directly cause cancer. However, regular consumption of high quantities of soda is a risk factor for developing certain cancers. This is because of the high sugar content in the excess soda consumed. The high sugar content increases bodyweight, eventually leading to obesity. Overweight and obesity are known risk factors for breast, bowel, pancreatic and other cancers.

There are certain studies that show very low levels of chemicals such as benzene and 4-methylimidazole (4-Mel) in certain soft drinks that could cause cancer, but there is no evidence they increase the risk of cancer when taken at low levels.

I suggest you to keep the daily soda intake to optimal or minimal level.

Hope this helps. Please let me know if you have more concerns.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (3 hours later)

So certain cancers like what like I’m not overweight my levels of sugar is fine never too late to stop like u mean the body weight changes heart attack been drinking slit if sodas Shoukd I really worry

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (3 minutes later)

You just telling me the cancers possibility like fir be everything’s normal my blood tests are normal no alarm I’m 42 feeling great I’m soo Stupud other stuff you explain like pancreases are fine

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (10 minutes later)

Like is it too late to make a change I’m really worried I thought soda consumption lead to cancer when u mean Bowel and pancreatic meaning what whatever is it my weight are Goff 128 to 130 I think everything’s good rxpect drink more water

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (11 minutes later)

I’m saying I’m in great shape

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (3 minutes later)

The minimum sodas the better Bern drinking ALOT I feel so bad it bothers me dearly

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (0 minute later)

Now I’m thinking Abkut life

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (10 minutes later)

So h just providing information these are low chemicals vut you just letting me know as a doctor you are required to tell any patient correct should I really be nuts

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
you shouldn't be worrying, XXXXXXX

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

I read all your follow up queries. You shouldn't be really worrying, alright.

You are not overweight, your levels of sugar is fine, your blood tests are normal, and there is no alarm as such. You should relax, XXXXXXX There is nothing wrong with your health. You are just concerned about your soda consumption, and you want to know more information about it. There is nothing wrong in seeking information.

You are 42, and I am glad you are feeling great and you are in great shape.

It is never too late to make a change. Like I suggested, keep your soda intake to optimal or minimal level from now on. And yes, please drink more water.

I understand it bothers you dearly, but you should get over it. There is nothing to panic or worry about here.

The low levels of chemicals found in soda was just a study, and it did not cause cancer when consumed at low levels. So, I suggest you to stop worrying about it.

I hope this clarifies your doubts to a certain extent. Please let me know, if you still have doubts.

Wish you good health, XXXXXXX Take care

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (4 hours later)

I feel better thsnks

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (55 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I am glad

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX

I am glad you are feeling better.

Take care and wish you good health.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (15 minutes later)

Like eating tuna salad healthy

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (1 minute later)

I bed. Getting a pain right side of my chest can the weather play a factor in it supposed to rain today later I are choloate this morning peppermint pattie

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (10 hours later)

Went to the emergency room the first my eye and as the dr was checking my right eye he made contact with my mouth think with his palm or hand neverless he made contact with my mouth and my mom was right there this was about a month ago Shoukd I get tested for anything I told my mom and she said no not st all concerned she replied your fine all good his hands were perfectly washed with soap and water what do you think doc thsnks

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (0 minute later)

For my right eye should I think about this encounter thanks

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (2 minutes later)

It’s my left eye

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (1 minute later)

She said because it’s all ok you are fine what do u say

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (7 hours later)

Got the flu shot can I take the humeria today or wait is it ok thanks

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (0 minute later)

I’m due for it tomorriw the 15th

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (1 minute later)

I’m usually take it the day before

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
yes, tuna salad is healthy

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

Yes, eating tuna salad is healthy.

There is no need to get tested for anything. Yes, you are fine. You can take humeria as scheduled. No harm in it.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you have more concerns.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)

Thanks for being patient with me since using HealthcareMagic do u know all the doctors if I have more concerns been very helpful

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
you may post your query any time

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

It's been my pleasure to have helped you.

You may post your query any time here on HealthcareMagic; there would be doctors round the clock to answer them. You may also post a direct query to me, if you wish me to answer your query. Please click on my doctor's page to ask me a 'direct query'.

Thanks to you too. Wish you good health.

Take care and regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)

Been cracking my knuckles constant anyway to stop it

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (0 minute later)

I noticed bumps by my nails like red bumps

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (1 hour later)

I see black spots floating across my left eye I’m blind in my right eye any antibiotics regarding the jelly from breaking I know it’s the stupid jelly not the retina had an exmanaruon by the ear bascom Palmer nothings the matter with the retina
No holes or tears the jelly XXXXXXX wu what do u say thanks can the black floaters be dim dehydration or dry eyw thanks pecan it be cataracts thanks

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
please get an eye examination done

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

You are cracking your knuckles constant; may be you are little anxious. I suggest you to relax, and ignore that. You will be fine.

The red bumps by your nails could be due to constant pressure. Do not fiddle with them. Apply some moisturizer over the area, it will soon be gone.

As for your floating black spots across the left eye, it could be due to dehydration or dry eyes or even cataract. I suggest you to get an eye examination done by an Ophthalmologist. The doctor can easily rule out any of the above existing problems, and suggest you treatment accordingly.

For now, you can use artificial tears to wet your eyes or keep them hydrated. You may use Refresh tears eye drops 2 drops in both eyes every 2 hours. The medicine is available over the counter, you can purchase if from any local pharmacy. You may look for alternatives to Refresh tears, if that is not available.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (17 hours later)

But the redness by the redness is that a concern the bumps

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)

The redness is that from vracking the knuckles by the

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
the redness is from cracking the knuckles

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX

Hope you are doing well.

Yes, the redness is from cracking the knuckles. As I suggested, please apply moisturizer to the affected area or you can even apply calamine lotion locally, to reduce the redness.

Do not worry, it is not of concern. It will be gone soon.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (40 minutes later)

But the bumps will be there still

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
please upload a picture of the bumps

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

Could you please upload a picture of the bumps? I would like to have a look at them.

Awaiting your response.

Regards,
Dr Shanthi E

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (1 hour later)

Especially the pinky

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
please apply calamine lotion

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

Thanks for uploading the picture, I have seen it.

Like I suggested earlier, please apply calamine lotion or any moisturizer locally to the affected area. It will be gone soon.

Please do not worry.

Take care and regards,
Dr Shanthi E

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar