The American Cancer society’s most recent estimates for breast cancer in the US for 2011 are 230,430 cases of invasive breast cancer and approximately 39,520 deaths. Carrying out regular breast self examinations assists in the early detection of any unusual lumps.

 
How to perform a breast self examination

To begin the self examination of your breasts stand in front of a mirror, semi naked, and observe your breasts carefully looking at the detail of your breasts while following each step:
 
 

Step 1

While it is normal to have slight differences in the size of the breasts look for any signs of changes in size and the appearance of dimples. Also look carefully for changes in the nipples like inversion or discharge.

 
Step 2

Clasp you hands behind you head pushing your elbows backwards so they a parallel with your shoulders. In this position the breasts raise slightly. Look for changes in the shape and contour of the breasts paying particular attention to the lower part of the breasts.

 
Step 3

Place your hands on you hips and lean slightly forward; also allow your shoulders and elbows to move forward. Look for any changes in the shape and contours of the breasts.

 
Step 4

Place the left hand behind the head and keeping the elbow horizontal to the shoulder. Use the finger print area of 3 to 4 fingers of the right hand and probe the left breast tissue in a small circular motion. Starting at the outer area of the breast and moving towards the nipple. Also check between the breasts and around the breast area and the underarm. Using a body gel or liquid soap helps with the examination ensuring a smooth process.  

 
Step 5

Maintaining the left hand behind the head squeeze the left nipple with the right hand and note any discharge.

Raise the right hand behind your head and examine the right breast using your left hand using the same procedure as in step 4. Then squeeze the nipple to observe discharge as in step 5

 
Step 6

Lie on your back placing a pillow under your right shoulder and extending your right arm above your head so your right arm is parallel with your ear. As the breasts lie flat in this position use your left hand to examine your right breast again for lumps. Repeat the process raising your left arm and examine your left breast.

 
Self examination on a regular basis

This 6 step breast self examination procedure should be carried out on a regular basis, preferably monthly, and any lumps identified or discharge from the nipples you should seek medical attention from a registered medical practitioner. 

 
Breast implants and mammograms

If you have been advised to undergo a mammogram examination after discovering a lump and have breast implants fitted the mammogram results must be interpreted by a skilled medical practitioner used to dealing with the mammogram results of women with breast implants.

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This article is not a substitute for a physical examination by a registered health care professional. Please do not self-diagnose or self-treat breast cancer or suspected breast cancer without the guidance of a trained and licensed medical practitioner

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