02/12/2025
6 early signs of breast cancer you should never ignore
Dr Adeyemo flags six signs you should never ignore – while they might not end up being anything sinister, it’s always best to get checked out.
Skin texture changes: Breast cancer can cause inflammation within the skin, leading to dimpling, thickening, or a texture similar to an orange peel.
Changes in breast shape or size: A gradual or unexplained change in the contour, size, or symmetry of one breast can indicate an underlying mass or structural change in breast tissue. Women often attribute this to hormonal, but persistent changes should be evaluated.
Ni**le changes: New ni**le inversion, sudden flattening, or deviation in ni**le direction can indicate a tumour pulling on underlying ducts.
Persistent crusting, scaling, or a rash on the ni**le area may also signal Paget disease (a bone disease that disrupts normal bone remodelling, affecting the way new bone tissue is formed) of the breast.
Ni**le discharge: Discharge that is spontaneous, persistent, clear, bloody, or from one breast is more concerning than discharge related to pressure or expressed from both breasts.Unilateral discharge can indicate a lesion within a milk duct.
Breast or ni**le pain: Although most breast cancer is painless in early stages, some women experience localised pain or a burning sensation. Pain that is persistent and located in one area warrants clinical assessment.
A lump: Not all breast cancers present as a clearly defined lump. Some cancers develop as an area of thickened tissue or a subtle change in density rather than a discrete mass. Any persistent firmness, localised thickening, or tissue change that feels different from the surrounding breast should be evaluated by a clinician. Suspicious findings are not limited to the breast itself. Lumps or swelling in the armpit or around the clavicle can indicate involvement of regional lymph nodes and require prompt assessment.
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Early detection saves lives .
Dr Wuraola Adeyemo explains why early detection is key, what to look out for, and how often to check your breasts