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How to Do a Breast Self-Exam

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Susan G. Komen Foundation
 

Reprinted with permission from Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Every woman has a 1 in 8 chance of contracting breast cancer in her life. Performing regular breast self-exams and knowing risks can help prevent breast cancer. Here, step-by-step information on how to perform a breast self-exam and how to prevent breast cancer.

Lying Down

Feel for changes:

  • Lie down on your back with a pillow under your right shoulder.

  • Use the pads of the three middle fingers on your left hand to check your right breast.

Next: Lying Down


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