How to Do a Breast Self-Exam

Lying Down

• Press using light, medium, and firm pressure in a circle without lifting your fingers off the skin.
• Follow an up-and-down pattern.
• Feel for changes in your breast, above and below your collarbone and in your armpit.
• Repeat on your left breast using your right hand.
• These steps may be repeated while bathing or showering, using soapy hands.