Medical Health Encyclopedia

Lactose Intolerance. Women who have an impaired ability to digest lactose, an enzyme found in dairy products, particularly milk, may be at increased risk for ovarian cancer. Galactose, an enzyme involved with this disorder, appears to be toxic to the ovaries and may be responsible for this effect. It should be strongly noted, however, that lactose intolerance is very common and ovarian cancer is uncommon. If such a risk exists in women with this digestive disorder, it still very small.

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Talcum Powder and Feminine Deodorants. Some reports suggest that the use of talcum powder used near the genital area may increase the risk for ovarian cancer, although this is controversial.