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Widespread rumors linking perfume application on the neck to thyroid disorders are dismissed by medical experts as lacking scientific foundation. | Contesto: cronaca

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Persistent online rumors warning that applying perfume directly to the neck could lead to thyroid disorders are being categorically dismissed by medical professionals. The claim, which has circulated across social media platforms and messaging apps, suggests that chemicals in fragrances could be absorbed through the skin of the neck and disrupt the function of the thyroid gland, a critical organ located in the front of the neck responsible for hormone regulation. However, endocrinologists and dermatologists consulted for this report state there is no credible scientific evidence to support this alleged connection. The thyroid gland is indeed situated superficially in the neck, but it is protected by several layers of tissue, including skin, subcutaneous fat, and muscle fascia. Dr. Elena Rossi, an endocrinologist at a major university hospital, explained the biological barrier. "The idea that topically applied substances like perfume can penetrate these layers in significant enough quantities to cause hormonal disruption is not supported by human physiology," she stated. "The skin is a very effective barrier. While some molecules can be absorbed transdermally, the concentration from a brief spray of perfume is negligible in terms of systemic effect on a deeply seated gland." Dermatologists point to a different, more established set of concerns related to fragrance application. "The real risk from applying perfume to the neck, or anywhere on the skin, is not internal hormonal disruption, but local skin irritation or allergic contact dermatitis," said Dr. James Chen, a consultant dermatologist. "Fragrances are among the most common allergens. Spraying them on sensitive skin, especially on sun-exposed areas like the neck, can cause redness, itching, and rashes." This condition, known as phototoxic or photoallergic reaction, can be exacerbated by sunlight interacting with certain fragrance chemicals. The origin of the thyroid-specific rumor remains unclear, but experts in misinformation trace it to a conflation of separate facts. Public health campaigns rightly warn against direct skin exposure to certain industrial chemicals and endocrine disruptors found in some...

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