Saturday, July 5, 2014

5 symptoms of breast cancer women should not ignore

Breast cancer is a type of cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts. More than 22% women are diagnosed with it every year in India. What seems like a trivial lump can cost you your life. We bring to you some specific symptoms of Breast cancer which women should not ignore. -A lump in the breast or underarm that persists after your menstrual cycle. -Swelling in the armpit. -Pain or tenderness in the breast. Although lumps are usually painless, pain or tenderness can be a sign of breast cancer. -A noticeable flattening or indentation on the breast. -A reddish, pitted surface like the skin of an orange could be a sign of advanced breast cancer. -Change in the nipple, such as a nipple retraction, dimpling, itching, a burning sensation, or ulceration. -Unusual discharge from the nipple that may be clear, bloody, or another color. -A marble-like area under the skin. -An area that is distinctly different from any other area on either breast.

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