Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home
3 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5 steps to self-examine your breasts at home

India TV News  

The month of October is observed as the Breast Cancer Awareness Month during which the people spread awareness about this type of cancer and how early diagnosis can help save life of patient. As self-examination is an important screening tool for women, it even keep the chances of getting them affected by breast cancer minimal. All women should regularly perform breast self-exams as part of their overall breast cancer screening strategy. Image Source : FREEPIK Breast Cancer Awareness Month Step 4: Use a firm, smooth touch with the first few finger tips of your hand, keeping the fingers flat and together.

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Breast Cancer: Unveiling the Early Warning Signs You Should Know About
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Breast Cancer: Unveiling the Early Warning Signs You Should Know About

ABP News  

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world. Early detection is key to curing breast cancer. Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast or armpit, retraction of nipple, and nipple discharge. Women should see their doctor immediately if they experience these symptoms. There are various methods for early detection of breast cancer, including mammogram, ultrasound, …

Breast cancer detection : Life Kit : NPR
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Breast cancer detection : Life Kit : NPR

NPR  

A guide to breast cancer screening Enlarge this image ST.art/Getty Images ST.art/Getty Images October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual health campaign to promote screening and prevention of the disease. Anyone with breast tissue can get breast cancer, but some factors increase your risk. Some other risk factors include a family history of breast cancer, specific genetic mutations, dense …

Breast self-examination: How to check for early signs of breast cancer
11 months ago

Breast self-examination: How to check for early signs of breast cancer

Hindustan Times  

Performing regular breast self-exams is a proactive way for individuals to monitor their breast health and potentially detect early signs of breast cancer. Remember, regular breast self-exams should be part of a comprehensive approach to breast health, which includes regular clinical breast exams and mammograms as recommended by your healthcare provider. Asserting that self-awareness plays a crucial role in the …

Understanding The Importance Of Regular Breast Self-Exams; Experts Share Tips On How To Perform Them
1 year, 1 month ago

Understanding The Importance Of Regular Breast Self-Exams; Experts Share Tips On How To Perform Them

News 18  

It is absolutely pivotal for women to constantly self-examine their breasts to check for lumps or any sort of abnormalities in the breasts. Therefore, performing regular breast self-examinations, ideally starting within the first six days of the menstrual cycle, is essential to identify lumps, which can often be around two to three centimetres in size, before they become symptomatic. Dr. …

Breast Cancer Awareness: The Importance of Early Detection
1 year, 1 month ago

Breast Cancer Awareness: The Importance of Early Detection

Deccan Chronicle  

Bangalore: Breast cancer is a significant global health concern that affects millions of women and, in some cases, men, every year. It is the most common cancer among women worldwide, with early detection playing a pivotal role in improving outcomes and saving lives. The importance of early detection for breast cancer cannot be overstated, as it empowers individuals with the …

Medical Checkups To Creating Awareness, 5 Expert-backed Tips To Detect Breast Cancer Early
1 year, 1 month ago

Medical Checkups To Creating Awareness, 5 Expert-backed Tips To Detect Breast Cancer Early

News 18  

There has been an increase in cases of breast cancer in the last few decades in India. According to Dr Sunita Chauhan, women should get themselves tested for breast cancer after the age of 40. According to the doctor, detection in the early stages is necessary for the timely treatment of breast cancer. Early diagnosis of the disease aims to …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023: Know how genetic testing is helpful in early diagnosis of the disease
1 year, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023: Know how genetic testing is helpful in early diagnosis of the disease

India TV News  

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign held in the month of October to educate and raise awareness about breast cancer, as well as to support those who have been affected by this disease. The goal of Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023 is to continue spreading awareness and knowledge about the importance of early detection and treatment, as well …

How to Self-examine for Symptoms of Breast Cancer
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How to Self-examine for Symptoms of Breast Cancer

News 18  

Among all cancers that affect women, breast cancer is one of the most common. Mammograms are the most effective way to detect breast cancer early on, after self-examination. While some breast cancer patients show no symptoms at all, others display a range of symptoms. A lump in the breast or armpit is one of its additional symptoms, as are breast …

Common Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer Women Should Look Out For
2 years, 2 months ago

Common Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer Women Should Look Out For

News 18  

Breast cancer is one of the most common and dangerous diseases affecting women worldwide. To spread awareness about the disease, October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women, who have a history of breast cancer in their family, or have had a personal history of breast conditions such as lobular carcinoma in situ or atypical hyperplasia, are at an …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe
2 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe

Hindustan Times  

India, surprisingly, witnesses one of the lowest survival rates due to late detection in breast cancer as mammography and ultrasound are taken lightly and the family of the patient avoids getting anything as such. Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: Early symptoms of breast cancer and when to get tested to stay safe Do you know what is the simplest thing …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: How can women with breast cancer conceive?
2 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022: How can women with breast cancer conceive?

Hindustan Times  

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8 brilliant beauty buys to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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8 brilliant beauty buys to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Independent  

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Examining Yourself For Breast Cancer? Checking Your Bust is Not Enough
3 years, 1 month ago

Examining Yourself For Breast Cancer? Checking Your Bust is Not Enough

News 18  

The importance of self-screening for breast cancer every month cannot be stressed enough. Given the increasing rates of breast cancer cases in women, regular self examination is a must. In her latest post, Dr. Tanaya Narendra, under the alias @dr_cuterus on Instagram, urges you to properly understand the A,B,Cs of breast cancer tests. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CV-lGb0lueb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Dr Tanaya is an Oxford trained …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5-step self-examination guide you must follow
3 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: 5-step self-examination guide you must follow

Hindustan Times  

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Common breast cancer myths busted
3 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Common breast cancer myths busted

Hindustan Times  

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Can Estrogen Increase Breast Cancer Risk?
4 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Can Estrogen Increase Breast Cancer Risk?

News 18  

The month of October is observed as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Unavoidable factors or internal issues: · Age: Most breast cancers are diagnosed post the age of 50 · Genetic condition/mutation · History of cancer in the immediate family · Radiation therapy in the past for cancer/other treatments Avoidable factors or external issues: · A static lifestyle with little to …

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Managing, Risk Factor and Treatment
4 years, 2 months ago

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Managing, Risk Factor and Treatment

News 18  

Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer seen especially in women. October is celebrated as the Breast Cancer Awareness Month to educate, create awareness about the early detection, management and treatment about the disease among people. It is seen that breast cancer usually begins with cells in the milk-producing ducts or may also begin in the …

How to be breast aware?
4 years, 2 months ago

How to be breast aware?

The Hindu  

With over 1,62,000 cases reported each year, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in our country. While we cannot pinpoint a reason for developing the disease, it can be controlled to a great extent by being breast aware,” says Dr P Raghu Ram, director of KIMS – Ushalakshmi Centre for Breast Diseases, Hyderabad and president of The …

8 Early Signs of Breast Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore
4 years, 3 months ago

8 Early Signs of Breast Cancer You Shouldn’t Ignore

News 18  

Breast cancer, though one of the most treatable forms of the disease if caught early, is one of the biggest women’s health concerns in India and the world. How to do a regular breast self-exam Doing a regular breast self-exam is the next step of understanding your normal breast condition and recognising early signs of cancer in case they appear. …

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