When is the right time to get a breast exam?

The first thing to understand is the definition of the breast exam. According to the Mayo Clinic the definition is as follows:

A breast exam is a self-inspection of your beasts. During a breast exam, you use your eyes and hands to observe the appearance and feel of your breasts.

Breast exams allow you to become more familiar with your breasts. This may give you a greater awareness of the condition of your breasts. Breast exams may help identify potential breast problems.

Breast exams, once thought essential for early breast cancer detection, are now considered optional. While other breast cancer screening tests have been proved to save lives, there’s no evidence that breast exams can do this. What’s now stressed is breast awareness — being familiar with the normal consistency of your breasts and the underlying tissue, as well as inspecting your breasts for new changes.

The right time to get a breast exam should be determined by you and your physician. Make an appointment today to ensure that you are getting the proper care.