Breast Cancer
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| ¡» | Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in Hong Kong Women |
| ¡» | If detected early, over 80% of breast caners can be cured |
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| Who are at Higher Risk of Breast Cancer? |
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| ¡» | Women whose close relatives suffered from breast cancer |
| ¡» | Women who have had cancer in one breast |
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| What are the Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer? |
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| ¡» | Breast : any lump(s), change in breast size and shape, dimpling or puckering of the skin |
| ¡» | Nipple : retraction of the nipple, secretion or bleeding |
| ¡» | Armpit : swelling of the lymph glands in the armpit |
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| Breast Self Examination |
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| ¡» | This should be performed regularly. If you still menstruate, examine your breasts 2-3 days after menstrual period. If you no longer menstruate, examine your breasts regularly. |
| ¡» | Method of examination: |
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 | Stand in front of a mirror, raise your arms over your head and look for any changes in your breasts |  |
 | Press the pads of your three middle fingers gently over the inner side of your breast in circling movements to check for any unusual lumps |  |
 | Repeat the same on the outer side of your breast |  |
 | Examine the area between the breast and the armpit for any unusual lumps |  |
 | Gently squeeze the nipple and look for any discharge |  |
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