It is important to be aware of all the signs and symptoms of breast cancer,
and to be checking your boobs, pecks or chest regularly.
A lump or thickening
that feels different to the rest of the breast tissue. There’s no right or wrong way to check your boobs. It’s about looking and feeling regularly, so any changes can be spotted quickly. See a GP if you notice anything unusual.
A change in skin texture
such as puckering or dimpling (like orange skin). It’s not just a lump – other symptoms can include an inverted nipple or change in the texture of the skin.
A sudden change in size or shape
Most breast changes are not because of cancer, but if you find anything new or different, it's important to get it checked by your GP.
Discharge (Liquid)
from one or both of your nipples
Your Nipple
becoming inverted (pulled in) or changing in position or shape. Also be aware of any crusting or a rash around the nipple.
Swelling
in your armpit or around your collarbone
on its own pain in your breasts or armpits is not usually a sign of cancer but, look out for pain which is there all or almost all the time.
Anyone can be affected breast cancer
Breast cancer can affect anyone, regardless of your ethnicity, gender, or age, and we want to give everyone access to information they need in order to become breast aware. The sooner breast cancer is found, the more successful treatment is likely to be.
Together Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel! have a range of resources covering everything you will need from how to get started, specific ways to check for different bodies, signs and symptoms to be aware of and a wide range of breast awareness information translated into a number of languages.
