The best protection is early detection

Guide to breast self-exam in the shower. Put your left hand behind your head. With the finger pads of your right hand, feel your entire left breast and armpit area. Switch arms and repeat the exam on your right breast. Check out circle after completing your monthly self-exam JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

Symptoms

  • Breast lump or mass that may or may not be painful.
  • Lump or swelling under arm or around collarbone.
  • Skin irritation, dimpling, or swelling of the whole breast or a portion.
  • Breast or nipple pain, or nipple turning inward.
  • Redness, scaliness or thickening of nipple or breast skin.
  • Nipple discharge, other than breast milk.

If you find a lump, notice any changes, or have any of the above symptoms, see your healthcare professional immediately. Disclaimer: The content of this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a medical consultation. You may also be interested in: Health care coverage, varicose veins ]]>

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