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News India Live, Digital Desk: One of the most common cancers in women is breast cancer, but even today there is an atmosphere of hesitation and fear about it in our society. Women often ignore the changes happening in their body due to shyness or carelessness. The truth is that if breast cancer is detected in the early stages, its successful treatment is completely possible.
Your body definitely gives some signs or signals before any major disease. All that is needed is to understand those signs and take timely action. Let us know about those 5 initial symptoms of breast cancer, which no woman should ignore even by mistake.
1. Lump in the breast or armpit
This is the most common and first symptom of breast cancer. If you feel a new lump in your breast or underarm (armpit) that was not there before, be cautious.
- What is this lump like: In most cases, cancer lumps do not cause pain. It may feel like a pea or larger and be hard to the touch and stay in one place. However, not every lump is cancerous, many lumps are normal, but it is very important to get any new lump checked by a doctor.
2. Changes in skin color or texture
Any change in the skin over the breast can be a warning sign.
- What to see: If you feel any shrinking, dimpling or thickening of the skin that looks like an orange peel, take it seriously. Apart from this, redness of the skin or formation of crust on it can also be a symptom.
3. Changes in nipples
Changes in nipples can also be early signs of breast cancer, which is very important to pay attention to.
- How to change: Indentation of the nipple, change in shape, or itching or scaling of the nipple and the skin around it. Note that these changes must have started recently.
4. Discharge of fluid from the nipple
In case of not breastfeeding, if any fluid is coming out from the nipple on its own, then it is not normal.
- What kind of discharge: If this discharge is watery or blood-coloured other than milk, do not ignore it at all and consult a doctor immediately.
5. Change in the shape or form of the breast
If you notice any unusual change in the shape, size or shape of one of your breasts, which is different from the other, this can also be a warning.
- What to notice: Swelling or heaviness in any part or entire breast. Sometimes swelling may also be seen near the armpit or collar bone, even if no lump is felt in the breast.
Get into the habit of checking yourself
Every woman should make a habit of examining her breasts once a month after her periods. Standing or lying down in front of a mirror, feel your breasts and armpits with your fingers to see if you feel any new changes or lumps.
Remember: These symptoms do not always mean cancer, but it is not wise to ignore them. Instead of being afraid or shy, see a doctor. Your awareness and one small step can save your life.