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Ladies, it's Pink October aka Breast Cancer Awareness Month!! Lets ignore all those dirty thoughts and start to get some info in the brain! 1 in 8 women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime.

Breast - is the upper ventral region of the torso, containing mammary gland in which can secrete milk in female

As long as you have breast, then you have the possibility of having breast cancer. So gents, it doesn't meant that you can't get breast cancer. An average of 2,200 American men is diagnosed with breast cancer yearly.

A telltale sign of having breast cancer include a lump in the breast or underarm that is permanent even after menstrual cycle, swelling in the area, pain and tenderness in the breast and much more. However, an approximate 9 out of 10 lumps found are not cancerous. So, don't worry much. To ease your mind, go get a check-up! Early detection has as high as 90% of recovery rate!

 

 

Lumps during menstrual are due to the hormone progesterone that makes the breast cells grow and blood vessels enlarge and fill with blood. At this time, breast often become engorged with fluid and may be tender and swollen.

If you're having any of this,

GET A DOCTOR!!

 

Women of all ages are encouraged to perform breast self-exams at least one a month as 40% of diagnosed breast cancer are detected by women who feel a lump. So establishing a regular beast-self exam is very important!

 

Don't have the time for breast-self exam? Well, think. Find a time or live with breast cancer. Having your breast chopped off! Choose wisely. It only takes a few minutes. You can do it either in your shower, in front of the mirror or even before going to bed. The best is doing it now while reading this!!

 

 In the shower

Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire breast in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire breast and armpit area. Check both breasts each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot. Notice any changes and get lumps evaluated by your healthcare provider.

 



In front of the mirror

Visually inspect your breasts with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead. Look for any changes in the contour, any swelling, or dimpling of the skin, or changes in the nipples. Next, rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right breasts will not exactly match — few women's breasts do, so look for any dimpling, puckering, or changes, particularly on one side.

Lying down / Sleeping

When lying down, the breast tissue spreads out evenly along the chest wall. Place a pillow under your right shoulder and your right arm behind your head. Using your left hand, move the pads of your fingers around your right breast gently in small circular motions covering the entire breast area and armpit. Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Squeeze the nipple; check for discharge and lumps. Repeat these steps for your left breast.



Prevention is better than cure. Thou breast cancer is a hereditary disease, it can be prevented by doing regular aerobic exercise, controlling your diet and also alcohol consumption. So, say no to alcohol !!

 

XOXO