One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime and early detection is critical for survival - which is why it’s critical that all women be aware of possible breast cancer signs and symptoms.
To learn about known breast cancer signs and symptoms and how to detect them in your own body, keep reading
Lump in the Breast
The majority of breast cancer cases (80%) are diagnosed after a person finds a lump in her own breast and makes an appointment with her doctor. Identifying a lump is usually the easiest and most direct way of detecting the disease.
Most women find lumps during a routine Breast Self Exam (BSE). To learn how to give yourself a breast examination, the Komen website (an organization dedicated to supporting women with breast cancer) offers instructions online, komen.org.
Changing Breast Shape, Skin Texture or Size
A drastic change in a breast’s skin texture, shape or overall size can be a clear indicator of breast cancer. Many breast cancer victims also see a dimpling or wrinkling of the skin.
Soreness and Skin Irritation
Inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) is a rare form of breast cancer, but it does occur in about 1% of women diagnosed […]

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