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BREAST EXAMINATIONS
Most breast lumps are not cancerous, but any woman discovering a lump should consult a
doctor. One method of self-examination is shown above. Feel with the flats of the fingers,
not the tips (1). Start with the upper outer quadrant of the breast and remember it
extends up into the armpit (2). Then examine the remainder of the outer half and underside
of the breast (3). Feel around the nipple and gently roll the inner half of the breast
over the ribs (4). Self-examination should be performed monthly because treatment is more
successful in the early stages of breast cancer.
Self-examination. Many experts recommend monthly self-examination of the breasts. This can
be performed while standing or sitting in front of a mirror or even while taking a shower.
However, it is desirable to observe the shape of the breasts in a mirror in addition to
feeling for any abnormal changes in the consistency of the breast tissues. The visual
examination should be made first with the arms raised and then with the arms hanging
loosely by the sides. The light should fall evenly on the chest from the front, which will
aid in recognizing any dimpling of the skin or changes in the size or shape of the
breasts. About 95% of all women with breast cancer seek medical attention after
discovering some abnormality or suspicious change as the result of self-examination. It is
best to conduct this examination on or about the same day each month, preferably when the
breasts are softest (after the menstrual period). Note any changes of the shape with the
arms upstretched, then feel every part of the breasts and up into the armpits for any
lumps or changes (see illustration). Lumps may well be painless but should not be ignored.
Breast cancer may also be diagnosed at an early stage-before any lump can be detected-by
regular screening using x-rays (Mammography) or infrared imaging (Thermography). At
present this form of screening is recommended for women in high-risk groups and for all
women aged over 50.
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Ultimately, personal vigilance and early detection remain a woman's best weapons in the war against cancer.
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