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Steps
for breast self-examination |
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1.
In front of the mirror. Face the mirror with your arms
at your sides and look at your breasts for lumps, dimples or
other changes in appearance. Repeat the procedure twice: first
with your arms raised over your head, then with your hands on
your hips and your chest muscles tensed. finally, gently squeeze
each nipple and check for discharge. |
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2.
While showering. Put one hand behind your head. Soap
your other hand, press it firmly against your breast with your
fingers held flat, and make small circle from your nipple outward.
In this manner, feel your entire breast and underarm area for
lumps. Then raise your other arm and examine your other breast. |
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3.
While lying down. Lie on your back in a comfortable
position. Place a pillow under your left shoulder. Examine
your left breast with your right hand using the same procedure
you used in the shower. Move the pillow under your right shoulder
and examine your right breast.
Remember,
your breast self-examination is not complete until you have
done all three parts of the exam. |
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Source:
Philippine Daily Inquirer, Life Style Section, by Linda B. Bolido,
Illus. by Steph Bravo, enhanced for web by Jun Jimenez |
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