How does one detect breast cancer early?

Answer 1

Well whenever I am at my doctor for the usual uncomfortable exam she tells me how to do it. When you are done with your period you need to check you breast but pretty much just feeling around the niple in a circular motion. Do this around both and around the entire breast, if you feel something abnormal then you should worry and call the doctor. If not you should be fine.

Answer 2

To detect an early stage of breast cancer one has to weekly maintain the body by massaging the breast gently from bottom to top. (from downwards to upwards) While massaging the breast if any kind of lump, swelling or tumour is found, immediately should consult the doctor. Even a slight pain or burning sensation while massaging is an area of concern. Also if some unwanted discharge is found from the nipples, one should consult the doctor for timely consultation. If married the partners can also feel the lump / tumour as it can be different than the regular days. It is highly advisable to massage in front of a mirror as the lump or the tumer is clearly visible in the reflection. This just a primary way to detect early stage of breast cancer.

Answer 3

I have been in this field for quite some time and , hence, I am sharing my views.

First and foremest, there is absolutely nothing to dread about this . It is the fear that makes you think of this more than necessary.And, heartwarmingly, there are excellent possibilities are available to get over this. so, treat it like you would, heart , Diebates, cholesterol.

Second, read about the chances of some getting it more than the others. I believe if a mother gets it the CHANCES are that the daughter gets it. Note the word Chances. That is all. so, be a little more alert.

Third, donot OVERDO mammography and such tests. follow the standard rules. This is not something that comes ina week or so.

Finally, please note one single breast cancer affected person , cured well would give so much relief to the other thousands, Share this information freely.

VERY EARLY ditection of this problem is just round the corner. So donot have this phobia.

Answer 4

to detect breast cancer early its important to look out for some early symptoms..for example HARD NODES in the breasts which could be painless or painful,CONTOUR should be SOFT,any ULCERATIONS on the breast etc..
IT has been found that risk of developing breast cancer is more if there is family history of the disease and BREAST FEEDING REDUCES the risk in married females..

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Hey there!
Remember always that "Prevention is better than cure". So Please...Please...Please... Visit your Doctor every six months at least, & get u'rself fully checked up. You should handle u'r breasts with care & delicasy. Tell u'r man also clearly that he shouldn't go wild with such a beautiful & delicate thing, & he'll definitely listen to you if he really loves you.

Anyways...u know better as u r females. Still posting here some links which maybe of some help to you nice ladies out there,

1) http://www.breastcancer.org
2) http://www.thebreastcancersite.com
3) http://www.komen.org
4) http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org
5) http://www.medicinenet.com/breast_cancer/article.htm

Be Safe, Take Care, & Keep in Good Health!
Love always'
"Sukhjinder Deol"

Answer 7

First lay down on your back, Check for any lumph, squeezing or pressing gently, starting from armpits to towards breast and including breasts too, abnormal growth in size of breast and checking for any kind of discharge specially blood or alike liquid from nipple on gently squeezing. If find any, consult your doctor immediately.

Answer 8

By feeling for lumps/ aches / or discharge from the nipples. Especially after you shower make it a habit to examine them in the mirror for any change of shape.
Mamography and pap smear test every year after 40 years of age is also recommended.

Answer 9

By periodic mammography (it shows the calcification of the cancer growths in sizes as small as 2 mm)

Answer 10

. Following the American Cancer Society's guidelines for the early detection of breast cancer improves the chances that breast cancer can be diagnosed at an early stage and treated successfully.

American Cancer Society Recommendations for Early Breast Cancer Detection

Women age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health.

Current evidence supporting mammograms is even stronger than in the past. In particular, recent evidence has confirmed that mammograms offer substantial benefit for women in their 40s. Women can feel confident about the benefits associated with regular mammograms for finding cancer early. However, mammograms also have limitations. A mammogram will miss some cancers, and it sometimes leads to follow up of findings that are not cancer, including biopsies.

Women should be told about the benefits, limitations, and potential harms linked with regular screening. Mammograms can miss some cancers. However, mammograms, despite their limitations, remain a very effective and valuable tool for decreasing suffering and death from breast cancer.

Mammograms for older women should be based on the individual, her health, and other serious illnesses, such as congestive heart failure, end-stage renal disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and moderate-to-severe dementia. Age alone should not be the reason to stop having regular mammograms. As long as a woman is in good health and would be a candidate for treatment, she should continue to be screened with a mammogram.
Women in their 20s and 30s should have a clinical breast exam (CBE) as part of a periodic (regular) health exam by a health professional preferably every 3 years. After age 40, women should have a breast exam by a health professional every year.

CBE is a complement to mammograms and an opportunity for women and their doctor or nurse to discuss changes in their breasts, early detection testing, and factors in the woman’s history that might make her more likely to have breast cancer.

There may be some benefit in having the CBE shortly before the mammogram. The exam should include instruction for the purpose of getting more familiar with your own breast. Women should also be given information about the benefits and limitations of CBE and breast self exam (BSE). Breast cancer risk is very low for women in their 20s and gradually increases with age. Women should be told to promptly report any new breast symptoms to a health professional.
BSE is an option for women starting in their 20s. Women should be told about the benefits and limitations of BSE. Women should report any breast changes to their health professional right away.

Research has shown that BSE plays a small role in finding breast cancer compared with finding a breast lump by chance or simply being aware of what is normal for each woman. Some women feel very comfortable doing BSE regularly (usually monthly) which involves a systematic step-by-step approach to examining the look and feel of one’s breasts. Other women are more comfortable simply looking and feeling their breasts in a less systematic approach, such as while showering or getting dressed or doing an occasional thorough exam. Sometimes, women are so concerned about "doing it right" that they become stressed over the technique. Doing BSE regularly is one way for women to know how their breasts normally look and feel and to notice any changes. The goal, with or without BSE, is to report any breast changes to a doctor or nurse right away.

Women who choose to do BSE should have their BSE technique reviewed during their physical exam by a health professional. It is okay for women to choose not to do BSE or not to do it on a regular schedule. However, by doing the exam regularly, you get to know how your breasts normally look and feel and you can more readily detect any signs or symptoms If a change occurs, such as development of a lump or swelling, skin irritation or dimpling, nipple pain or retraction (turning inward), redness or scaliness of the nipple or breast skin, or a discharge other than breast milk. Should you notice any changes you should see your health care provider as soon as possible for evaluation. Remember that most of the time, however, these breast changes are not cancer.

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