How to Self-Check for Possible Cancer Lumps
If you have mammograms regularly to screen for breast cancer, then there is no need for self-checks at home. Nevertheless, it is recommended to know how your breasts should feel and look normally. Following below steps to do a breast self-exam:
– Stand straight in front of a mirror and look for any abnormal changes in the color, shape, or size of the breasts, as well as nipple or skin changes
– Raise your arms and repeat the above step
– Lie down on the floor and feel your right breast with your left hand. Move your fingertips in a circular movement to feel your breast
– Repeat the above step with your left breast and right hand
– Repeat when you are standing or sitting [3]
