Breast Health

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Get to know your body

With 1 in 8 women in the UK expected to experience some form of breast cancer and an increase in men having breast cancer, it is a goal of Walk the Walk to encourage women and men to become fitter, healthier and to take more care of their well being. We only have one body, and yet it’s a known fact that most people are prepared to spend more time and money looking after their cars than themselves!

You are the most unique and precious vehicle so befriend your lumps, bumps, warts and all and if you notice anything that seems different CHECK IT OUT - BE A NUISANCE! Anything, even a hole in your tooth is easily fixed if you act quickly.

Checking Breasts

Most of us don’t really want to do it... just in case we find something! But be brave or get your partner to help out and whilst you’re there return the favour. Follow the easy steps and just get to know your body, very soon it will become a habit like cleaning your teeth!

When to check:

Examine your breasts once a month preferably immediately following the end of your period, or if you do not have periods, on the same day each month.

How to check:

Firstly stand in front of a mirror, hands by your side and look closely for any changes.

Check For

  • Any unusual change in the shape or size of one of your breasts.
  • If one breast has changed and become lower than the other.
  • Changes in skin colour or a rash around the nipple.
  • Puckering or dimpling of the skin.
  • A nipple that has become pulled in or changed its position or shape (retraction of the nipples is normal in some women). 
  • A lump or thickening within the breast or armpit.
  • Discharge from one nipple or both. 
  • Constant pain in one part of the breast.

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Take the first steps to breast awareness

Nobody knows your breasts like you do. By looking at and feeling your breasts regularly, you will become familiar with them and the usual changes that occur. You will get used to how your breasts feel during the month and be able to detect any differences in their appearance or texture. If you find anything unusual contact your GP for an immediate appointment. The earlier breast cancer is detected, the greater the chance of successful treatment and a cure.


Remember 9 out of 10 breast lumps are not cancer!

Update!

Thanks to our ever growing awareness, and because women are seeking treatment sooner, more women are surviving breast cancer and going on to live full and vibrant lives.

Facts:
  • 1 in 8 women in the UK will experience some form of breast cancer during their lifetime. The statistics are very similar across the western world.
  • 1 woman in the UK is diagnosed with breast cancer every 15 minutes.
  • As awareness grows more women are discovering breast cancer than ever before
  • More women are being successfully treated and surviving breast cancer, due to early detection, prompt action and improved treatments.

Quick check

Feel around the breast with the tip of your index finger, if you feel a lump, remove your finger and if you can find the exact spot again without searching for it... get your doctor to check it out.

Take a look at what Breakthrough has to say here


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