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Basic Breast Health Steps |
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| What are the basic breast health steps? |
In addition to maintaining a healthy body weight and following a balanced and healthy diet and exercise program, all women need to practice early detection measures. Remember: breast cancer that is detected in its earliest stages is the most curable.
The current recommended guidelines for early detection include: 1) A monthly self breast exam, one week after the end of your period; 2) A yearly breast exam by a physician, unless there are circumstances dictating that you been examined more frequently (i.e. past bout with breast cancer, family history); 3) An annual mammogram starting at age 40 (unless there are reasons that you should begin screening sooner).
Equally important but less often discussed is the importance of developing a comfortable relationship with your breasts. Most women are relatively detattched from their breasts. They may spend a lot of time wishing their breast were bigger, smaller or perkier, but they seldom embrace their breasts as an important part of the body, and love them just the way they are. Women need to lavish as much attention and care on their breasts as they do on their hair and complexion. Treat your breasts with respect. Get to know the terrain. Breasts are by their very nature lumpy and bumpy--your task is to get familiar with your unique lumps and bumps so you can learn to recognize anything unusual.
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