Breast Cancer Detection Easy – Opt for Self Examination!
in Oncology
Apr 19, 2022
Understanding the signs and symptoms of Breast Cancer.
Breast cancer screening is the single most successful cancer screening program in the world. Screening is a systematic evaluation of a ‘normal’ individual to see if there is any underlying cancer. A woman must regularly do a Breast Self Examination. This includes regular and systematic monthly examination of the breast by a women herself to assess for any abnormality.
What to look for during Brest Self Examination?
- A breast lump or thickening of breast
- Dimpling of the breast skin
- Change in the colour or texture of breast skin
• Change in the apprearance of nipple (inverted nipple & areola) - Fluid or bloody discharge from the nipple
- Redness or pitting of breast
- Change in the size or shape of a breast