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Lie on bed or if you want, stand in front of mirrror.Take off your bra and with hands and fingers gently cup and feel for any bumps.Make sure you take your time and its thougher.If you are in puberty and you feel a bump don't get worried because mainly its just the breast tissue growing but if you're still unsure see your GP.
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What is the method used to perform breast examination?
The testing method used to perform a breast exam is a mammogram.
What does the medical abbreviation BSE mean?
Breast Self Examination
What might be detected during a breast self examination?
Endometriosis
Breast self-examination should be performed by?
By your self by rubbing them and if you have a lump then you go to the doctor.
At what point in the month should a breast self-examination be done?
after your period
What can you do to stop breast cancer before you get it?
Do the self breast examination monthly. at least 10 days before or 10 days after your period.
When is the best time of the month for a female to do a breast examination?
The best time for a female to perform a breast self-examination is about a week after her menstrual period ends. This timing helps ensure that the breasts are less likely to be swollen or tender due to hormonal changes. For women who are postmenopausal or have irregular periods, choosing a specific day each month, such as the same date, can help establish a routine. Regular self-examinations can aid in early detection of any changes or abnormalities.
What has the author Iris Ann Michael written?
Iris Ann Michael has written: 'Healthy breasts' -- subject(s): Breast, Diseases, Examination, Prevention, Self-examination, Medical
What has the author Elizabeth Roberta McClure written?
Elizabeth Roberta McClure has written: 'A study of women's knowledge, practices and attitudes toward breast cancer and breast self-examination'
What is the purpose of self breast?
By combining a BSE with a mammography and clinical breast examination, a woman is offered the best opportunity for reducing chances of death from breast cancer through early detection. Close to 90% of breast cancers are found through a BSE.
How should patients be prepared for a breast self-examination?
Before beginning a monthly BSE, a woman's breasts should be completely exposed.
Why does your breast hurt upon self examination?
The best option if you are still concerned that your Doctor is not reading the mammogram and related information correctly is to ask for a second options from a specialist is breast related complaints.
