Prevention is better than cure, let’s apply this worthy words in breast cancer . It is important to regularly examine your breasts so that you get a feel for their normal shape and appearance. This will be easy to notice anything out of the ordinary that little bit quicker.
What we should do
Specific things to look for when conducting a self examination include:
· A change in the color, shape or texture of the nipple,
· Dimpling of the skin around the breast tissue,
· New lumps, either just below the skin or deep within the breast tissue,
· Lumps within the armpit area.
These signs need to be reported to your doctor as soon as possible so that a definite diagnosis can be made.
Let’s concentrate on 3 main stages
1. Self examination that reveals some form of abnormality within the tissues of the breast,
2. Mammogram or ultrasound scan followed by a biopsy of any lumps that are present,
3. Further tests that will reveal the extent of the cancer and whether it has spread to other areas of the body.
As you can see it is up to you to start the diagnosis process and this is why it is vital that you examine your breasts regularly and thoroughly.
