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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPractice your breast self-exam (BSE)* at the end of your menstrual period, when your breasts are the least tender or lumpy. If you are no longer menstruating or have irregular periods, choose a specific day each month. This should be done lying down \u2014 not in the shower or with a lotion on the skin or fingers. Repeat this exam every month, even if you\u2019re pregnant, to become familiar with how your breasts normally look and feel. Don\u2019t hesitate to consult your doctor if you have any concerns or notice anything unusual.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1. Check the outer half of your right breast.<\/span><\/strong>\nLie down and roll slightly onto your left side to examine your right breast. It may be easier and more comfortable to put a pillow behind your shoulder or back. Place the back of your right hand on your forehead. Your breast should lie as flat on your chest as possible.\nUsing the flat pads of your three middle fingers \u2014 not the tips \u2014 move the pads of your fingers in small circles, about the size of a dime. Repeat each circle three times \u2014 once light, once medium, and once deep \u2014 before moving on to the next area.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2. Start the circles in your armpit and descend just below the bra line.<\/span><\/strong>\nThen slide your fingers over (the width of a finger) and move up again. Don\u2019t lift your fingers from your breast as you move them to make sure you cover the whole area. Continue this up-and-down vertical stripe pattern from top to bottom \u2014 from your collarbone to just below your bra line \u2014 until you reach the nipple.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3. Check the inside half of your right breast.<\/span><\/strong>\nWhen you reach the nipple, remove the pillow, roll onto your back, remove your hand from your forehead and place this arm at a right angle. Check the nipple area using the same circular pressure as before. Then examine the remaining breast tissue using the up-and-down vertical stripe pattern until you reach the middle of your chest. Make a row of circles above and below your collarbone, going from your shoulder to your midline.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tStand in front of a mirror and look closely at your breasts in three positions.<\/span><\/strong>\n1. Arms at your side\n2. Arms raised above your head bending forward\n3. Hands on your hips bending forward\nAll three of these steps need to be viewed from the right and left as well as facing forward. <\/em>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCheck for changes in\u2028 the following:\u2028 <\/span><\/strong>\nShape:<\/strong> Compare one breast to the other. One might normally be larger than the other, but sudden changes in size should not occur.\nSkin:<\/strong> Check for rash, redness, puckering, dimpling, or orange- peel textured appearance.\nNipples:<\/strong> Check for any physical changes such as a sudden inversion, scaliness, redness, itching, swelling, or discharge.\nVein patterns:<\/strong> Look for a noticeable increase in size or number of veins, compared to the other breast.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPractice a breast self-exam every month. Use this mini calendar and connect the months for a full year of breast health!\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis essential guide will help you understand breast anatomy and breast development, and teach you step-by- step how to perform a breast self-exam and how to reduce your risk for breast cancer. Use the mini calendar inside to remind you to do a breast exam every month. Connect the months for a full year of breast health.\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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