Early Symptoms and Importance of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Early diagnosis leads to a high success rate in treatment. Therefore, knowing the early signs of breast cancer is crucial. Regular checkups and awareness can help detect the disease in its early stages.

Why Are Early Signs Important?

✔️ Breast cancer detected at an early stage responds much better to treatment.
✔️ Surgical intervention and treatment process becomes easier
📊 According to WHO data, the recovery rate in early diagnosed cases is over 90%.

Early Signs of Breast Cancer

1. A Small Mass in the Breast

✔️ A hardness or small lump in the breast or armpit
✔️ It may be ignored because it is painless most of the time.

2. Nipple Change

✔️ Nipple retraction
✔️ Deformity
✔️ Scabs or sores

3. Discharge and Color Change

✔️ Especially bloody discharge is one of the most important early signs.
✔️ Color change or redness in the nipple should be taken into consideration.

Visual Changes in Volume 4

✔️ Orange peel appearance
✔️ Thickening or dimpling of the skin
✔️ Asymmetry formation

5. Swelling in the Armpit

✔️ Swelling in the lymph nodes may be an early stage symptom.

The Importance of Breast Palpation

✔️ It should be done every month, the week after the end of the menstrual cycle
✔️ Observation and manual control should be applied together in front of the mirror.
✔️ If any unusual situation is noticed, consult a doctor without delay.

At what ages should one be more careful?

✔️ From the age of 20: Regular manual examination
✔️ After age 40: Mammography once a year
✔️ Women with a family history: Should start checkups at an earlier age

What to Do When Early Symptoms Are Noticed?

✔️ Don't panic, but don't ignore the symptoms.
✔️ A general surgeon or oncologist should be consulted as soon as possible.
✔️ If necessary, mammography, ultrasound or biopsy is performed

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