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how to perform a
self-breast exam
1. Choose the same time each month, ideally a few days after your period.
2. Look at breasts in mirror w arms above head & flexing chest, checking for changes in size, shape, skin, contour, & nipples.
3. Feel entire breast in circular motion using pads of 2 fingers. Don't forget armpits & clavicles. Check for lumps, hardness, changes in skin, &/or nipple discharge.
4. Bring any areas of concern to the attention of your healthcare professional, who can evaluate clinically & may order ultrasound +/- mammogram.
5 ways to put your breast foot forward in 2025
Do a monthly self-breast exam. (Learn how on next slide).
Annual mammogram beginning at age 40 for AVERAGE-RISK women; HIGH-RISK should start earlier + add MRI.
Learn your breast cancer risk score at age 25/30 (>20% lifetime risk is HIGH-RISK).
Find out your breast density on mammogram (& consider adding ultrasound or MRI if “dense”)
Optimize lifestyle choices wherever possible.
