Are Tight Bras A Health Risk?

Wellness

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By Anwesha Barari

Tuesday, October 11, 2011, 13:48

Did you know that if you wear an improper bra size then it can lead to several health problems including breast cancer? A tight bra may be your preferred fashion statement for a bosom lift or minimization but the dangerous part of that it can cause a multitude of breast diseases. In this battle of fashion and health if the former wins the later kills. Women these days seem to think that tight bras are the 'in' thing, so here is a reality check about all the women's health problems that can be traced back to the 'bra'.

Health Risks Of Wearing Tight Bra:

1. Suffocation: This is something that we do not take seriously and brush off by saying 'pains for fashion'. But it can be the first signs of a cardiac arrest and you may ignore it basking in the pleasure of your fashionable bra that is too small for you. Often tight lingerie obstructs breathing and causes suffocation that can aggravate respiratory problems. In this regard sports bras if worn for a long time are particularly harmful as they pressurize the diaphragm.

2. Constipation: When you choose bras that lift your breast, it is perfect example of fashion sending health concerns for a walk. These tight bras, particularly under-wired bras, press down so hard on your ribs that they can mess up your digestion process. The result is constipation and irritable bowel movement. Your stomach is also a muscle at the end of the day; if it gets pushed down constantly then it is bound to malfunction.

3. Back Pain: The main function of the bra is to support the weight of your bosom and relieve your back from the strain of doing the same. Tight bras totally defeat their purpose because they fail to perform this basic function. In fact they put pressure on the tissue connecting the neck and the shoulder causing back pin.

4. Blood Circulation: Have you ever noticed that patch of red just under your breast after taking off your lingerie? Do you sometimes feel pins and needles around your breasts and arm pits? These signs indicate that the constricting size of your bra is impacting your blood circulation. These fashionable bras do not work by the principle of support. They rely on their power to constrict more and more. This can lead to accumulation of blood around the breast, pain, skin rashes and permanent breast damage.

5. Breast cancer Due to Bra: Yes, it has been substantiated by scientific proof that bras cause cancer. Your breasts are full of lymph vessels, blood vessels, mammary glands and tissues. As it is a soft mound of flesh without bones for support this compression can lead to the formation of fibroids, lymph nodes and finally malignant tumors. This by far the most serious impact of ill fitting bras.

Don't let your sense of fashion outwit health issues. Wear comfortable lingerie and stay healthy.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.