BREAST AWARENESS

 

FIVE POINT CODE

• Know what is normal for you.
• Look and feel.
• Know what changes to look for.
• Report any changes without delay to your G.P.
• Attend for breat screening if aged 50 or over.
  
  
  CHANGES TO LOOK FOR
  
  
• Any ususual change in the outline, shape or size of the breast.
• Puckering ot dimpling of the skin.
• Any lump, thickening or bumpy area in the breast ot armpit.
• Any persistent pain or discomfort.
• Discharge from the nipple newfor you and not milky.
• Change in nipple position - pulled in or pointing differently.
  
  IF YOU FIND ANY SMALL CHANGES, CONTACT YOUR G.P. IMMEDIATELY

WHAT IF THERE IS ANY CHANGE?

There can be many reasons for changes in the breasts. Most of them are harmless but all of them need to be checked as there is a small chance they could be the first sign of cancer. If you are aware of any changes in your breasts from what is normal for you, tell your doctor without delay. Remember you are NOT wasting anyones's time. More often than not there is nothing to worry about. If there is a doubtm you will be given further tests. Should any sign of cancer be found, early treatment gives the best possible chance of cure.

BREAST SCREENING

Breast screening is free to all women over 50 years.
If you are aged 50-64 years you will automatically be called when the Breasr Screening Unit is in your area.
Women over 65 years may be screened when the mobile unit is in your area. Please contact the Mermaid Centre at Royal Cornwall Hospital on 01872 253762 for an appointment.