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Thursday, March 20, 2008

The signs of breast cancer

Unfortunately, the early stages of breast cancer may not have any symptoms. This is why it is important to follow screening recommendations. As a tumor grows in size, it can produce a variety of symptoms including:
  • lump or thickening in the breast or underarm
  • change in size or shape of the breast
  • nipple discharge or nipple turning inward
  • redness or scaling of the skin or nipple
  • ridges or pitting of the breast skin

These symptoms do not always signify the presence of breast cancer, but they should always be evaluated immediately by a healthcare professional.

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