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How To Check Your Breasts
1 in 9 women will get breast cancer at some point in their lives, and at least at a third of women will not self-check their breasts. Early diagnosis is essential in treating breast cancer, and that’s where monthly self-checks come in. If you’re not sure where to start – don’t worry! Dr Dawn Harper’s guide will give you advice on exactly how to self-check your boobs.
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Hi i'm kyra.(15 years of age) I just watched this video and decided to start doing this since i am worryed about in case i get breast cancer.
In the video it said that check if one breast got larger or smaller?. Well i haven't started my periods (i might have POS) but i have had odd boobs since i was around 11-12. My right is larger than my left (always has been), you can easlier see.My mum said this is just growth but my nipples do tend to get sore at some point. i don't know if that might just be my bra, but this dose worry me. Should i see Doctor or tell my mum and see what she says?
Hello,
I have a Mirena coil fitted and as a result my periods have stopped, as have most of my PMT symptoms including breast tenderness. Obviously, I cannot check my breasts one week after my period as I'm not having them. Is it best for me therefore if I pick one day in the month to self-check and check every month on the same date? Also, I have been told by previous doctors that my breast tissue is very lumpy and fibrous, but that this is normal for me. I pressume that I should take this into account when checking for other unusual lumps, however, I am a little concerned in that what if I can't tell the difference?! I suppose that is what the regular self-check 'get to know your breast' examination is all about, and then I'll be able to differentiate.
Im 16 Nearly 17 And The Over Past Few Months The Left Side Of My Left Brast Is Very Sore If I Touch It Or Hit Off It I Tot It Might Of Been My Bra But Ive Tried Sleeping With It of And Its Still The Same Its A Constint Pain And It Doesnt Get Better Or Worse It Stays The Same I Havnt Been To My Gp Yet Can You Help.
Hi I'm 17 years old and I feel that my breast tissue is very thick only on the sides of my breasts is this normal or should I consult my GP?
Hi im 39 on HRT and have noticed that my left breast has got bigger this happened about a month ago .Do i need to be concerned?I do get pain in my breast .
I am 17 and I have a lump in both breasts, they don't hurt but I am concerned about them. Are they likely to just be fatty deposits? im really quite worried, any help would be greatly appreciated. :)
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Hi ive got some small lumps on both nipples and im slightly concerned about them. What are they? Please help!
hi ive had some discomfort for about a month in my breasts its when i move or anything really should i go to my GP?
my breasts are very tender and if someone accidently knocks them it really hurts. is it anything to worry about?
HI I AM 37 YEARS OLD AND RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICE THAT MY LEFT BREAST FEELS HEAY WHEN I SQUEEZE IT I GET DISCAHRGE PLEASE CAN HELP ME,I HAVE TWO CHILDREN.