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Breast self-examination is an easy but unreliable method for finding possible breast cancer. If performed appropriately and regularly BSE may help in early detection of some types of breast cancers, although it should not substitute for screening methods that have been proven to be effective. The method involves feeling breasts for possible distortions or swelling. The steps involved in self exam are: , Stand in front of a mirror with...


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How to Do a Breast Self-Exam?
Does anyone know how I should do a Breast Self-Exam for possible lumps?

You can perform monthly breast self-exams to check for any changes in your breasts. It is important to remember that changes can occur because of aging, your menstrual cycle, pregnancy,...

Asked by BeautyMelody - 3 months ago

how can I know if a lump I felt is breast cancer or just a...
Yesterday I felt a lump in my right breast, a small one, is there a...

Your part in self diagnosis ended when you found a lump. Now it s the Doctors time to check it up. Here are couple of sites that might help: http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/ http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/breast-cancer/DS00328/DSECTION=tests-and-diagnosis I...

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    This may seem like a stupid question, but what exactly does a breast lump feel like to one's fingers? I'm menopausal and am doing my breast exams in the shower-a nurse told me that with wet, soapy

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Where and when was the first program in the world to encourage women to perform...
as an aide to detect breast cancer in its earlier stages instituted?

The first program in the world to encourage women to perform breast self-examination as an aide to detect breast cancer in its earlier stages was also launched in Germany...

Asked by the truth - 25 months ago

What is some good sites to show the proper way to do self breast examination?...
I do it monthly and I am never sure if I am doing it correctly....

A good site that may help you find this information is at: http://www.breastcancer.org

Asked by 2fine4u - 8 months ago

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Female Breast Anatomy Slide Show

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The anatomy of the human female breast contains various tissues and structures. One of the primary functions of the breast is milk production. Learn about breast ducts, muscles, and blood vessels in this slide show from the Mayo Clinic.

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Stages of Breast Cancer

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Breast cancer is classified from stage 0 (zero) to stage IV (four). The stages are determined by a sample of breast tissue, as well as examination of tissue from the lymph nodes under your arm. The purpose of staging is to estimate the chances of survival of at least five years after diagnosis. Learn about breast cancer staging with this slide show from the Mayo Clinic.

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Early detection is the best way to combat cancer; learn how do a regular breast self-exam.

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