How to Detect Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancers women are diagnosed each year. If treated and detected early, breast cancer is successfully treated. Here are some useful ways you can test to detect for signs of benign as well as malignant tumors in the breast.

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1. Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that usually starts from the cells in the breast. It can easily spread to other parts of the body, so early detection is very important for the sake of one's health.

2. Detecting breast cancer isn't always as easy as looking for physical symptoms. Sometimes, breast cancer might go unnoticed and will only show through certain tests performed in hospitals, such as screenings, mammograms, and MRIs. In its early stages, breast cancer generally doesn't show any symptoms.

3. A common sign of breast cancer is the formation of lumps. Lumps are generally painless, but some might bring a prickly sensation. Lumps are easily seen on mammograms before they can be visibly seen or felt.

4. A general symptom of breast cancer is when there is swelling in the armpit and lymph glands for no particular reason. This raises a red flag and visiting your doctor would be a good idea.

5. A noticeable flattening or indentation on the breast might underlying breast tumor.

6. Any change in the size, texture, or temperature of the breast; a reddish, pitted surface like the skin of an orange could be a sign of advanced breast cancer.

7. Any change in your nipple as well as a discharge, including clear, bloody, or another color might be signs to go for a visit to the hospital. Most are caused by benign conditions, but you always want to rule out the possibility of cancer.

8. An area that is distinctly different from any other area on either breast.

[IcyCucky]

on 1/11/2009 Great tips and advice!