Breast Cancer Symptoms and Warning Signs – Pink October

Early diagnostics of breast cancer, as one of the most common oncological diseases in the female population, is critically important.

We offer a list of noteworthy signs and symptoms that do not necessarily indicate a diagnostics of breast cancer, but if they are detected, it is necessary to consult a doctor and undergo diagnostic tests.

Change in breast size

Changes in breast shape and size may be related to hormonal changes, however, asymmetrical changes are a warning sign and require specialist involvement.

Pain and discomfort

Intermittent breast pain or discomfort, sometimes related to menstruation or other factors, is a symptom of concern, but prolonged pain or discomfort in one or both breasts is a symptom of concern. This complaint may involve not only the breast area but also the surrounding tissues.

Breast skin changes

Changes in skin texture, color, density, unexplained rashes, redness, and other types of lesions are always a symptom to watch out for and sometimes characterize the early stages of cancer. Also, redness and peeling around the nipple of the breast - may indicate an inflammatory process in the breast, which is also worth noting.

Nipple deformity

Any variation in nipple asymmetry – indentation, change in direction, flattening, discharge, etc. – is based on changes occurring in the breast, and ignoring it may be critical.

 Nodes and fixed areas

The detection of any volumetric formation in the thickness of the breast tissue, especially in immobile areas, may be an early symptom of breast cancer. Of particular note are immobile nodes that do not disappear or change over time. There are also fibrotic nodes that are not cancerous, although their differentiation without research is practically impossible.

Weight loss for no reason

Rapid weight loss that is inadequate to the diet is noteworthy in any case and almost always indicates some health problem, including oncology.

Swelling of the axillary fossa

Swelling or lumps in the axillary fossa may indicate the spread of breast cancer. It is necessary to visit a specialist and undergo clinical examinations to distinguish local inflammatory changes in the axillary fossa from oncological pathologies.