Patient Information - Breast Awareness

ENHANCED BREAST SCREENING

WOMEN’S HEALTH

Types of changes that may occur

A lump or area that feels raised or thicker than the rest of the breast

A change in the appearance of the skin that looks like an orange peel texture, puckering or dimpling

Liquid coming out of the nipple, with or without being squeezed

Redness or a rash around the nipple (areolar area)

A change in the appearance of the nipple such as being pulled in (inverted) or changed shape or position on the breast

Pain in the breast and/or the armpit that is present a majority of the time

A change in the size or shape of the breast

Swelling in the armpit or collarbone

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