Today the “World Day of breast cancer”

Posted on October 20th, 2009 in Uncategorized skin disease

Today we celebrate the “World Day for Breast Cancer” and what is sought at this time is to raise awareness among all women, about the importance of prompt diagnosis to eradicate this disease which may have provided remedy is made to time.

It seems impossible but still need to spread the need for all women to make their annual gynecological examinations, including mammography, breast cancer is a disease that every day takes the lives of many women of all ages, although only 6 % of cases occur in children under 35 years, being more likely in people over 40 years.

Breast cancer is the most common tumor in the female population. In recent years its incidence has increased significantly.

As you can detect and present breast cancer

Breast cancer can present as a lump that is felt by the doctor or the patient herself. Not all lumps are cancerous. The skin changes or nipple may also warrant medical attention. It is important to consult your doctor immediately if you discover:

Any new lump, this may not be painful or tender to palpation.

• Unusual thickening of your breasts.

• A sticky or bloody discharge coming from the nipples.

• Any change in the skin of your nipples or breasts such as puckering or dimpling.

• An unusual increase in the size of a breast.

• One breast unusually lower than the other.

If you want to know more about this important topic and to enter and view the www.rcnradio.com special “Breast Cancer: An insurance battle you win”

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