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Warning Signs Can Come in a Variety of Forms
Lumps may be among the most common (and most obvious) signs of trouble, but other breast changes that seem harmless enough could point to something much more severe. Changes in size, color, sensitivity, sensation or texture deserve a closer look.
Since cancer often affects the milk-producing glands that connect to the nipple, changes in the nipple can be worrisome. Look out for nipple tenderness, discharge, a nipple that suddenly begins to turn inward, or scaly, red and swollen skin around the areola.
Resources
Everyday Health (10 Breast Cancer Facts You May Not Know)DoSomething.org (11 Facts about Breast Cancer)Susan G. Komen (Race and Ethnicity)National Cancer Institute (Obesity and Cancer Risk)Everyday Health (Dense Breasts and Breast Cancer Risk)Related Search Topics
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