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What To Look For When Doing A Self Breast Exam?
Alternative Names
Self-examination of the breast; BSE
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Many women feel that doing a breast self exam is an important part of their health care. It helps them learn how their breasts normally feel, so that if they find a lump they will know whether it is something to discuss with their health care provider.
However, there is not agreement among experts about recommending breast self exams. It is not known for sure what role breast self exams play in...
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Breast Self-Exam (BSE)
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