Breast Care: Helpful Tips To Keep Breasts Healthy

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How to Have Healthy Breasts for Life

No matter your age, to keep your breasts healthy it helps to learn what's normal and what's not. It will put you on the lookout for changes that could be signs of trouble.

Just like any part of your body, find out what to expect at different stages of life.

"Knowing what your breasts look and feel like can help you recognize when something is suddenly different," says Pamela Peeke, MD, author of Body for Life for Women. "The same way you pay attention to your skin and watch for new moles, you should pay attention to your breasts."

Your doctor may give you a breast exam at your annual visit, and may teach you how to do a self-exam at home. Research doesn't show that breast exams save lives or detect cancers earlier, but many doctors still recommend them. And it's always a good idea to be aware of your body and let your doctor know if you notice any changes.

Breast health is a hot topic. And if we’re honest with ourselves, thinking about it can seem a little scary.women each year are faced with new breast health concerns, and in some ways, those overwhelming numbers make the topic feel like the elephant in the room.

What's Normal, What's Not

You may sometimes worry that your breasts don't look "right." But most of the things women are concerned about are not actually that unusual, Peeke says. For example, it's completely normal if:

Your breasts are slightly different sizes.

One breast hangs slightly lower than the other.

You have hair around your nipples.

Your breasts hurt or feel tender before and during your period.

Tell your doctor if you see any unusual changes, though. For example, make an appointment if you notice:

A firm lump you've never felt before

Swelling around your breast, collarbone, or armpit

Dry, cracked, red, or thickened skin (like an orange peel) around your nipple

Blood or fluid (besides milk) leaking from your nipples

Warmth or itching in your breasts

These symptoms don't always mean something's wrong, but it's important to get checked out by a doctor. They may be harmless changes, or they may be caused by an irritation or infection that can be easily treated. Rarely, they can be signs of cancer.

PREVENTION: 10 SIMPLE SELF-CARE TIPS

Preventative self- care is critical in reducing our risk of developing breast cancer. There are many things we can do on a daily basis to love up our breast to keep them healthy.

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​Breast cancer can affect women with no risk factors. Keep your breasts in optimum health for life with these simple tips .

Breast health is every woman’s responsibility.

Breast cancer often happens in women with no risk factors, but you can help yourself by adopting the following habits all year long for optimum breast health: observe, self-examine, screen.

Although most lifestyle factors influence risk of breast cancer only to a minor extent, here are some tips to keep your breasts and your body healthy.

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