Examine your own breasts
It is important that you know, explore yourself as part of your body care, it is recommended that you do breast self-examination at the end of your menstrual cycle; this action could save your life. Here we mention step by step how to do it:
1.-Facing a well-lighted mirror and place your hands behind your head and raise the elbows. Look at both breasts, shape, size, lumps or dimpling, changes in texture, skin color and position of the nipple.
2.-To examine your right breast, place your right hand behind your head bringing the elbow as illustrated.
3.-With your left hand with the fingertips, press gently with circular movements to the breast continues to turn as clockwise. Feel for entire surface for lumps or pain.
4.-Examine the nipple, always in the same position with your thumb and index finger, look for exit discharge or bleeding .
5.-Examine the arm with the fingertips and circular movements to determine the presence of foreign body material.
6.-To examine the left breast, place your left hand behind your head bringing the elbow, repeat the above steps .
7.-If itching or rash please consult with your doctor for professional advice.
