Aim: to detect any small lump or change which could be sign of early breast cancer
Breast Self Examination and annual Clinical examination: breast self examination is easy to learn and and any abnormality should be reported to the oncologist.
Method:
- It is done with palm of fingures in rolling motion in all parts of both breasts. Can be done at the time of bathing/ shower.
- Stand in front of the morror with both arms by the side of the body
- Look in front of the mirror with both arms over the hips
- Look in front of the mirror with both arms above head
- Feel Behind the nipple