

Do you know the signs of breast cancer?
- New Lump in the Breast or Underarm – A lump or mass that is different from the rest of the breast tissue.
- Thickening or Swelling of Part of the Breast – Any noticeable change in the size, shape, or appearance of the breast.
- Irritation or Dimpling of Breast Skin – Skin that appears red, scaly, or puckered.
- Nipple Discharge Other Than Breast Milk – Including blood or any other unusual discharge.
- Pain in Any Area of the Breast – Persistent pain that doesn’t go away.
- Nipple Retraction – The nipple turning inward or becoming inverted.
This October, support seniors by downloading our Caring Beyond Pink factsheet about breast cancer.
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Source: www.cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_info/symptoms.htm