India, March 31 -- Wearing an underwire bra does not increase the risk of breast cancer. According to Dr Shekhar Salkar, senior consultant in surgical oncology at Manipal Hospital Goa, this is arguably one of the most persistent myths. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Salkar and Dr Sravan Kumar B, consultant in medical oncology and bone marrow transplant physician at Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, debunk misinformation about breast cancer once and for all. Also read | Breast cancer: 4 early signs that women in their 20s, 30s and 40s shouldn't miss

Myths about breast cancer can lead to the avoidance of products that are safe, cause refusal of preventive health measures, and lead people towards incorrect medical advice. Because it can b...