Breast Self Examination

Breast Self Examination (BSE)

The best defence against breast cancer is Breast Self Examination regulary, once a month.

What is BSE ?

The breast self-examination is a way that you can check your breasts for changes (such lumps) or thickening that may signal breast cancer.

Who needs BSE ?

Cancer specialists recommend monthly BSE for women aged 20 years and above. It should continue throughout your life, during pregnancy and after menopause or hysterectomy.

Why should I do it ?

• Become familiar with how your breasts usually look and feel.
• Do BSE to find any change from what is normal for you.
• When breast cancer is detected in its early stages, your chances for surviving are greatly improved.

When should I perform a BSE ?

BSE should be performed once a month, a week or so after menstrual period starts or two or three days after the period ends. If you no longer menstruate, pick a certain day or date of each month.

Where should I practice BSE ?

It can be done in the bedroom or whilst bathing when the soapy feel makes it convenient to examine.

How is BSE Performed ?