How to do Breast Self-Examination (BSE)
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Stand in front of a mirror and raise one arm above the head. Inspect the breast and nipple for any changes. |
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Lie down and systematically examine the breast with the tips of the fingers to feel for any hard lumps. |
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Squeeze the nipple to look for discharge and examine the armpit for any lymph gland swelling |
Who should go for breast examination?
Based on our government's guidelines for breast screening:
| 40 years and below |
- Monthly Breast Self-Examination
- Clinical Breast Examination yearly
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40 to 49 years |
- Monthly Breast Self-Examination
- Clinical Breast Examination yearly
- Mammogram yearly
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50 years and above |
- Monthly Breast Self-Examination
- Clinical Breast Examination yearly
- Mammogram every 2 years
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Please call to make an appointment to learn how to do Breast Self-Examination:
Singapore Cancer Society (MAP)
15 Enggor Street
#04-01 to 04 Realty Centre
Singapore 079716
Tel: 6221 9578
Fax: 6221 9575
Opening Hours: 8:30 am – 6 pm, Monday to Friday
(Note: We do not provide mammography services due to limited resources. Please contact Breast Screen Singapore for more information on mammography: 1800 333 3030) |
