Breast health is important for all women to be aware of. Self breast exams should be performed regularly so that a woman knows what her normal breast tissue feels like and can pick up change if it occurs. In addition, women should have a clinical breast exam each year and discuss any concerns with their physician at that time. Also, women should start having screening mammograms at the age of 40 unless she has a family history of early breast cancer or a change is noted in her own breast. Patients should report any changes in their breasts to their physician and be aware of any breast pain, nipple discharge, inflammation, lumps etc. Please see the ACOG pamphlet links for more information on breast health.

ACOG "Detecting and treating breast problems" AP026
ACOG "Breast self exam" AP145