3. Respiratory Disease
Being exposed to talcum powder can increase a person’s risk of developing respiratory diseases. While this does include lung cancer, it also includes other respiratory issues such as breathing issues, asthma, COPD, and others.
Many people who are exposed to talcum powder and the asbestos that it contains develop breathing issues that are hard to control. Children who are exposed to this powder at a young age are more likely to develop asthma as well as other breathing disorders. Using talc on a child can be quite dangerous as their tiny lungs have difficulty filtering the powder out.
This can cause many other health issues as well. This hidden problem of breathing in the powder as it is sprinkled on the baby is often overlooked. It is important to not use this type of powder on an infant. Talcum powder is something that should be avoided as it can cause all types of health issues that can be difficult to overcome.