Check your breasts
Early detection is key for breast cancer. Get familiar with your breasts so you can notice any changes. Most lumps aren't cancerous. Pain or tenderness is usually due to hormones, not cancer. Here is how to examine your breasts in three easy steps.
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Check your breasts once a month to get to know how they feel. Preferably after your period (if you are on it).
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Use straight fingers and a light pressure when examining.
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Lie down to check your breasts and your armpits. Remember to check regularly, ideally once a month, to keep track of any changes.
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Support your sisters day
Don’t miss our Support your sisters day, a friendly yet important reminder to check your breasts the second of every new month. Checking your breasts and finding lumps at an early stage will help the prognosis.