Warning Signs For Breast Cancer           

	A lump in the breast or armpit	A puckering of the skin of the breast
	An unusual swelling in the armpit	An unusual increase in the size of one breast
	A new dimpling of the nipple	A change in the skin around the nipple
	One breast unusually lower than the other. Nipples at different levels	An enlargement of the glands

Changes to be aware of :

Check with your physician or contact your nearest breast clinic, if you find any
change in your breast(s) that causes you concern.
  
Changes in your breasts may include:
	•	development of a lump
	•	a discharge other than breast milk
	•	swelling of the breast
	•	skin irritation or dimpling
	•	nipple abnormalities (i.e., pain, redness, scaliness, turning inward)
  

What causes Breast Cancer ?

While we are not yet sure what causes breast cancer, there are important factors
that may place you at risk.


Risk factors :

	•	being over the age of 50
	•	if your mother or sister had breast cancer, especially if it developed 
		before menopause
	•	if you have never had a child or had your first child after the age of 30
	•	early menstruation - before your teens
	•	late menopause - after the age of 50
	•	long-term hormone replacement therapy


Your lifestyle may also play a very important role

Take note of the following risk factors:

	•	a diet high in animal fats
	•	alcohol consumption - more than 2 drinks per day
	•	smoking
	•	overweight
	•	low physical activity

Know the Risk factors

	•	Unfortunately, woman cannot control many of the factors that place them
		at a higher risk of developing breast cancer.  Help put the odds in your 
		favour by keeping to a regular screening schedule, watching for changes in
		your breasts and taking good care of yourself.