Let’s talk about breast cancer today. In general, it is the fifth
most common cause of cancer attributed death in the world. It is
more common to women than men worldwide. The most prevalent type of
breast cancer is ductal carcinoma, a form of inflammatory breast
cancer that has been diagnosed in 65-90% of all reported breast
cancers. Breast cancer is indeed a major concern for modern women.
Luckily, women can help themselves in early detection of some
forms of breast cancer through an exercise known as
BSE or Breast
Self-Examination. It is important to keep note here that BSE IS NOT
a good and reliable substitute for other recommended screening
methods such as mammography. BSE is best if performed appropriately
and regularly. It is reported that discovering 8 to 10 lumps when
doing BSE is pretty normal. However, it is best to report any
abnormalities straight to your personal doctor. It is also important
to take note here that BSE is not all about touching and feeling for
lumps in your breasts. There is more to it and it is best that women
seek the help and assistance from their local health providers in
teaching them the proper ways of conducting BSE.
To make it plain and simple for every woman, this BSE exercise is
also known as the 7 P’s method:
Position
Perimeter
Palpation
Pressure
Pattern
Practice and
Plan
A lot of women knew about this required BSE exercise but many
took them for granted. Even though it has been strongly recommended
to conduct this self exercise every month usually 7 to 10 days after
the start of their menstruation period, there are many who neglected
their self obligations. Women who are breastfeeding are also guilty
of this lack of seriousness in staying in touch with their own
health. Not many realized that breastfeeding women are required to
check their breasts after each breastfeeding!
Now, do you know about the requirements as mentioned above? Are
you aware of your own self obligations towards your own personal
health? Place your vote down below.
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