Breast cancer is often no symptoms at first. For that, it is very important for women who have entered the age of 20 years to start his own breast examination so that every woman knows the exact condition of their breasts are normal and can quickly see any changes that occur.
Breast examination can be done in three positions, namely:
1. In front of the glass
2. When taking a bath
3. Lying
Breast screening measures that need to be done are:
1. In front of the mirror, notice the change in color of the skin, the surface of the skin, swelling, "dimple", or changes in the nipple.
2. Note breasts in front of a mirror in a second position in the side arm, both arms around her waist, and arms lifted upward. Watch carefully when there are changes that occur only in one breast.
3. Using a 3-finger (index finger, middle finger, ring finger), check the entire breast in a circular pattern from the outside to the inside. Check both the breast and underarm area. Check for lumps, hardening, breast firmness changes or lump.
4. When lying down, put your arm under his head and then with the opposite arm check the entire breast with a circular motion patterns with 3 fingertips. Check also your armpit area.
5. Do not forget to squeeze your nipples to ensure the presence of fluid or blood coming out.
The women need to do a breast examination every month. If there are abnormalities that do not usually interfere in it and some time it is necessary to consult with a doctor. In women from the age of 40 years, mammography examinations should be started with a routine, especially in women with a history of breast cancer mammography examinations should be started early.
