Breast nodules are one of the most common chest diseases in women, and their incidence is second only to breast hyperplasia. In the following article, we will introduce in detail how to self-examine breast nodules in daily life.
Breast nodules are lumps or lumps of different sizes, shapes, and textures that appear in the breast, and are morphological changes in breast tissue. The causes of its pathogenesis are complex and may be related to various factors such as endocrine disorders, genetic factors, and environmental factors.
The symptoms of breast nodules mainly include chest tenderness, chest lumps, and chest discharge. Chest pain usually occurs before menstruation and lessens or disappears after menstruation; Chest lumps can be palpable, mostly multiple, varying in size, medium or slightly hard in texture, good range of motion, and no adhesions; Nipple discharge is usually serous or serous bloody.
Self-test for breast nodulesIt is mainly done by looking at and touching the chest. When bathing, face the mirror, cross your waist with your hands, and observe whether there are abnormal changes in your chest, such as ** folds, inverted nipples, etc. Then, raise your hands and gently press your chest with your fingers, touching your chest from the outside in, from top to bottom, to check for lumps or painful spots. If abnormalities are found, they should be examined by a doctor in time.
How to prevent breast nodules
1.Stay in a good mood and avoid overstress.
2.Develop good living habits, regular work and rest, and avoid staying up late.
3.Eat a healthy diet and eat more vegetables, fruits, and other foods that are rich in vitamins and fiber.
4.Conduct regular chest self-examination and go to the hospital for professional examination, and seek medical attention in time if any abnormalities are found.