Breast Health Awareness

Early detection of breast cancer improves the chances of treating it successfully.
There are multiple investigations available that determine the health of your breasts.

Mammography
A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast used to detect and diagnose breast disease, both in women who have no existing breast disease or symptoms, and in women who have breast disease (lump or nipple discharge).
Women who are 40 years and older, as well as high-risk younger women should have a mammogram regularly.

What to Expect When You Have a Mammogram:
Having a mammogram requires that you undress above the waist. A gown will be provided for you to wear, so that you are not over-exposed.
A female technologist will position you for the mammogram and be in attendance throughout the procedure.
During a mammogram, the breast is squeezed between 2 plastic plates attached to the machine in order to spread the tissue apart. This squeezing or compression which takes about 30 seconds ensures that there will be very little movement, that the image is clearer, and that the examination can be done with a lower x-ray dose. Although this compression may be uncomfortable, it is necessary to produce a clear mammogram.
The entire procedure for a mammogram takes about 20 minutes.

Breast Self-Examination (BSE)

The Breast Self-Examination is a way to check your own breasts for lumps, swelling or enlargement.
Women are able to notice changes in their breasts, by becoming aware of how their breasts normally feel.
BSE gets you familiar with your breast tissue. If you feel or see something you are not sure about, do not panic. Breast tissue is often very lumpy. The upper outer quadrant of most women’s breasts tends to be the lumpiest. Re-check it over the next menstrual cycle and see if it persists. If it does not disappear or appears to be enlarging or worsening, see your doctor.
upper outer quadrant of most women’s breasts tends to be the lumpiest. Re-check it over the next menstrual cycle and see if it persists. If it does not disappear or appears to be enlarging or worsening, see your doctor.
If you have never been trained to perform BSE, you need to be. Your doctor or nurse will be able to provide the necessary education and assist you in differentiating between normal breast tissue and a lump.

Clinical Breast Examination

This is a physical examination conducted by a doctor or nurse, looking for changes in the nipple, shape, size, color and contour of the breasts.

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