Early Detection: NBCF & #TeamJLab

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Early warning signs of breast cancer may involve the discovery of a new lump or a change in the breast tissue or skin.

Symptoms and Signs

Every person should know the symptoms and signs of breast cancer, and any time an abnormality is discovered, it should be investigated by a healthcare professional.  

Most people who have breast cancer symptoms and signs will initially notice only one or two, and the presence of these symptoms and signs do not automatically mean that you have breast cancer.

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.

    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.)

    Read the full 'Signs and Symptoms' article here: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-symptoms-and-signs

    Download the Early Detection Plan app here: http://www.earlydetectionplan.org/

     

    NBCF Mission

    The National Breast Cancer Foundation's mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services. Learn more about NBCF here.