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BE BREAST AWARE > Look and feel

LOOK AND FEEL

There is more than one way to check your breasts. There is no right or wrong way, and no need to follow a particular routine unless that is what works for you. Choose a way that is comfortable for you:

One way to check both breasts is by moving your middle fingers in small circles from the outside of the breast to the nipple. As pictured, cover the surface of each breast, and also check the areas above and below the breasts, including the armpit.
  • Each whole breast.



  • Above and below each breast.



  • Under both arms.



  • Men check the same areas.

Become informed about the significant changes to look for in the breast.




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