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You've heard it from friends, doctors and probably even seen posters and ads recommending mammograms for early breast cancer detection and screening - but what about BSE's - breast self-exams?
Well, after doing a little digging we found that most cancer researchers agree that a breast self-examination (BSE), a technique that allows a woman to examine her breast tissue for any physical or visual changes, should be done monthly beginning around the age of 18.
“Forty percent of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump, so establishing a regular breast self-exam is very important.” National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
The idea behind these monthly checks is for you to "get to know" your breasts, making it more likely to detect any changes...makes sense!
Here are a few Self-Exam Tips courtesy of breastcancer.org.
Not sure how to perform a breast self-exam? You're not alone - here are some tips from the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. to make it easier.
1) In the Shower
Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire breast in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire breast and armpit area. Check both breasts each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot. Notice any changes and get lumps evaluated by your healthcare provider.
2) In Front of a Mirror
Visually inspect your breasts with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead.
Look for any changes in the contour, any swelling, or dimpling of the skin, or changes in the nipples. Next, rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right breasts will not exactly match—few women's breasts do, so look for any dimpling, puckering, or changes, particularly on one side.
3) Lying Down
When lying down, the breast tissue spreads out evenly along the chest wall. Place a pillow under your right shoulder and your right arm behind your head. Using your left hand, move the pads of your fingers around your right breast gently in small circular motions covering the entire breast area and armpit.
Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Squeeze the nipple; check for discharge and lumps. Repeat these steps for your left breast.
Sources: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/testing/types/self_exam and https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-self-exam
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