2023-09-01 06:02:46
Regular screening is a life-saving factor in the fight against breast cancer. That is why self-monitoring and annual visits to the doctor are indispensable.
As with many forms of cancer, the same applies to breast cancer: If detected early, the chances of recovery are good. The annual check-up in a gynecological practice should be routine. But self-examination should also become a habit for women. Because they can be used to quickly identify changes in the breast – which can be life-saving.
Lump in the chest? Skin changes or discharge from the nipple? If you experience such changes, do not hesitate and seek medical attention as soon as possible. With the help of various diagnostic procedures such as breast sonography or mammography, they can find out whether you have breast cancer.
According to the German Cancer Research Center, you should take the following signs seriously and have them checked out by a doctor:
– Changes in the breast: Firm and newly formed lumps and thickenings in the tissue can indicate breast cancer.
– Changes in breast shape: If the breasts are unequal in size or deformed, medical advice should be sought.
– Skin changes: Scaly, itchy, weeping, or bulging skin on the breast or nipple may be a sign of abnormal tissue.
– Cellulite-like appearance: The appearance of “orange peel” on the breast may indicate a serious medical condition.
– Swelling and redness: Signs of inflammation such as skin swelling and redness may indicate breast cancer.
– Discharge: Clear or bloody fluid secreted by the nipple should be evaluated by a doctor.
– Enlarged lymph nodes: Swelling of the lymph nodes in the armpits or collarbone can indicate various diseases, including breast cancer.
Open sores, bone pain, coughing, shortness of breath, weight loss, upper abdominal pain, jaundice, or a swollen arm can be signs of advanced breast cancer.
It is important to note that this article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment, or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, our editors are not allowed to answer individual questions about clinical pictures.
This article was created with the help of machines and carefully checked by the editor Juliane Gutmann before publication.]
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