BREAST CANCER AWARENSS

Common Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer:

1. A new lump or thickening in your breast or underarm area

2. Change in breast size or shape

3. Dimpling or puckering of breast skin
4. Redness or scaliness of breast skin

5. Nipple discharge or change in nipple position

6. Pain or tenderness in breast or underarm area

7. Swelling or redness of arm or hand

Self-Examination:

1. Perform monthly self-exams 7-10 days after menstruation

2. Lie down and examine each breast with your opposite hand

3. Check for lumps, thickening, or change

4. You can also visit the facilities for more Self-Examination

Clinical Examination:

1. Annual mammograms (40+ years)

2. Clinical breast exams (CBE) by a healthcare provider

3. Ultrasound or MRI (for high-risk individuals)

Screening Options:

1. Mammography (2D/3D): X-ray imaging for breast tissue

2. Ultrasound: Sound waves for breast tissue imaging

3. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Detailed breast tissue imaging

4. Breast Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography): Layered breast imaging

Risk Factors:

1. Family history (first-degree relatives)

2. Genetic mutations (BRCA1/BRCA2)

3. Previous breast cancer or radiation exposure

4. Dense breasts

5. Age (40+ years)

6. Obesity

7. Hormone replacement therapy

What to Do If You Find a Lump:

1. Stay calm

2. Schedule a doctor's appointment

3. Get a clinical examination and imaging tests

4. Follow recommended diagnostic tests and you will be fine