Describe the procedure for self-examination of the breasts.

To self-examine the breast you need to follow three main steps which include observing in front of the mirror, standing and touching the chest and lie down and touch the breast

1. In front of the mirror :

To make the observation in front of the mirror you must remove all clothes and observe following the following scheme:

During observation it is important to evaluate the size, shape and color of the breasts as well as swellings, bumps, bumps or roughness. If there are changes that were not present in the previous exam or if there are differences between the breasts it is recommended to consult the gynecologist or a mastologist.

2. Standing and touching the chest:

In this form, the self-examination should be done during bathing with wet body and soapy hands. For this you must:

3. Lie down and touch the breast :

To do the self-examination lying down:

These steps should be repeated on the right breast to complete the evaluation of both breasts. If it is possible to feel changes that were not present in the previous exam it is recommended to consult the gynecologist to make diagnostic exams and identify the problem.

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