1. Stand in front of the mirror
- With shoulders straight and arms on waist, observe your breast in the mirror for any signs of fluid flowing from nipples or change in shape size or color.
- Repeat same with arm raised.
2. Lay on your back
- With a pillow under your right shoulder, place arm behind your head. Use the 3 middle fingers of your left hand and press firmly on your entire breast from top to bottom (collarbone to top of abdomen) and side to side (armpit to cleavage)
- Repeat same on left breast
- Use one of the three patterns shown on the left (up & down, circle or wedge)
3. While in the shower
- With your right hand behind your head, use your 3 middle fingers on your left hand and press firmly on your entire breast from top to bottom (collarbone to top of abdomen) and side to side (armpit to cleavage).
- Repeat same on left breast.
- Use one of the patterns shown above (up & down, circle or wedge).
If you notice anything unusual make an appointment with your doctor
Be in the Know: Be Breast Aware!
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Ministry of Health & Social Security
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