I had a 23 year old patient
diagnosed with Breast Cancer ; Stage 4. It’s not odd to have end stage cancer at
that certain age but I must say it is rare. Early symptoms are easy to detect
by having a self breast examination. Early
detection is way 100% better than getting mastectomy at the later stage. There
is no better cure for it but to do a self-assessment or BSE Breast Self Exam. So I will share a simplified
chart on how it is done.
It is best done 2 to 3 days after the menstrual period when breasts are no longer tender and swollen. For menopausal woman, it can be done on the first day of every month. TIP: It is best to keep a calendar of menstrual cycle to keep the notion on track. If you notice a lump, discharges from the nipple, dimpling or puckering of the skin, you should see a doctor at once.
