Symptoms and Signs of Breast Cancer

I lost two (2) good friends to breast cancer due to the fact that they did not either know the signs, or they never checked or even neglected the signs and symptoms.

It is obligatory that every woman knows the signs and symptoms of breast cancer and also to do a regular check up to make sure of their health. because of this fact, i have done a careful research and compiled possible signs and symptoms of breast cancer for my readers to get well acquainted with.

By performing monthly breast self-exams, you will be able to more easily identify any changes in your breast.  Be sure to talk to your healthcare professional if you notice anything unusual. below are the signs




and symptoms that can suggest breast cancer is in the offing.

1. A change in how the breast or nipple feels:

• Nipple tenderness or a lump or thickening in or near the breast or underarm area


• A change in the skin texture or an enlargement of pores in the skin of the breast  (some describe this as similar to an orange peel’s texture)


• A lump in the breast (It’s important to remember that all lumps should be investigated by a healthcare professional, but not all lumps are cancerous.)

2. A change in the breast or nipple appearance:

• Any unexplained change in the size or shape of the breast


• Dimpling anywhere on the breast


• Unexplained swelling of the breast (especially if on one side only)


• Unexplained shrinkage of the breast (especially if on one side only)


• Recent asymmetry of the breasts (Although it is common for women to have one breast that is slightly larger than the other, if the onset of asymmetry is recent, it should be checked.)


• Nipple that is turned slightly inward or inverted


• Skin of the breast, areola, or nipple that becomes scaly, red, or swollen or may have ridges or pitting resembling the skin of an orange.

3. Any nipple discharge—particularly clear discharge or bloody discharge:

It is also important to note that a milky discharge that is present when a woman is not breastfeeding should be checked by her doctor, although it is not linked with breast cancer.




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source:nationalbreastcancer.org