What are the methods for self-diagnosis of breast cancer?

Breast cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors in women. According to statistics, the incidence rate accounts for 7-10% of all malignant tumors in the body. Its onset is often related to genetics, and the incidence rate is higher in women between the ages of 40 and 60 and before and after menopause. Only about 1-2% of breast patients are male. It is a malignant tumor that usually occurs in the glandular epithelial tissue of the breast. It is one of the most common malignant tumors that seriously affects women's physical and mental health and even endangers their lives. Male breast cancer is rare.

How to self-examine for breast cancer

1. Check time: the fifth day after the end of menstruation. Before menstruation, the breasts will be swollen and painful, which is not conducive to touching the lump, and the patient will feel pain. Therefore, the time for the check should be after the end of menstruation, and it is recommended to check on this day every month.

2. Inspection method: Lubricate first and then "tap". After applying soap or body oil shower gel on the breast or palm, the skin surface is more lubricated, easy to slide, and more conducive to finding lumps. Do not grab the entire breast with both hands, but use the middle finger and index finger to "tap" and move clockwise to check, paying attention to whether there are nodules, lumps, and pain points. Pay special attention to the upper outer part. The incidence rate of this part is higher, which is caused by the body structure. The upper outer part is more likely to be squeezed and collided, so the possibility of disease is greater.

3. Final diagnosis: breast B-ultrasound. After self-examination, most patients will feel that they have lumps (usually due to incorrect self-examination methods, such as pinching with hands instead of touching with fingertips). In fact, breast hyperplasia often manifests as lumps, strips, cotton wool, and granules. It feels like a lump, but it is not a breast cancer lump. If you are not sure, you can go to the hospital for a breast B-ultrasound to confirm whether it is really a breast cancer lump or nodule. Women over 40 years old are at high risk of breast cancer, and breast X-ray examination is more accurate than B-ultrasound.

The above is an introduction to "Is there any method for self-diagnosis of breast cancer?" For people who are related to the pathogenic factors of breast cancer, it is recommended to take preventive measures against breast cancer. If you have other questions about breast cancer, please consult our experts online or call for consultation.

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