BREAST CANCER AWARENESS #TTT

Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer among women and affects about one million women worldwide. Women should examine their breasts regularly to detect lumps or abnormalities that could signal breast cancer. Women under 40 with either a family history of breast cancer or other concerns about their personal risk should consult a medical professional about when to begin mammography. A clinical breast examination should be part of the routine checkup. Beginning at age 20 women should have a clinical breast exam every two to three years. Women age 40 and older should have one every year. If you find something that you know is unusual for you, have a doctor check it out. 

A LUMP YOU FIND SHOULD NEVER BE IGNORED.

Breast Self Examination (BSE) your key to better breast health. As you do your examination, keep in mind that your goal is to become acquainted with how your breasts normally LOOK and FEEL. Your knowledge of your breast texture and appearance will increase the more you perform BSE. This knowledge will help you identify a change more quickly, which should be reported to your physician. Some of the changes you should watch out for include:
• Lump or thickening in or near the breast or underarm area
• Change in size or shape of the breast
• Puckering, dimpling or redness of the breast.
 

If you find a lump, DO NOT PANIC!
www.netdoctor.co.uk;  www.wikipedia.com; www.mayoclinic.com; www.breastcancer.org
Remember, a change you see or feel in your breast does not automatically mean you have breast cancer. But it is best to report any change to your physician for further evaluation. Breast cancer also affects men. Early detection is the most important factor in surviving breast cancer. In memory of Mary Onyango who was not only a commissioner with Kenya's National Cohesion and Integration Commision but also a Breast Cancer Awareness activist #TTT