Pink October:

  prevention and early diagnosis of breast cancer

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      The month of October is already known worldwide as a month marked by affirmative actions related to the prevention and early diagnosis of cancer of breast. The movement, known as Pink October, has been celebrated annually since the 1990s. The objective of the campaign is to share information about breast cancer and, more recently, cervical cancer, promoting awareness of the diseases, providing greater access to diagnostic services and contributing to the reduction of mortality.

 

• Which is?

          É o tipo de câncer more frequent in Brazilian women. In this disease, there is an abnormal development of breast cells, which multiply repeatedly until they form a malignant tumor.

 

• How can the woman perceive the disease?

          _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b-136 The symptom of breast cancer is more easily noticed by women_The symptom of breast cancer is more easily noticed by women_bad5cf 58d lump in the breast, with or without pain. The skin on the breast may look like an orange peel; small lumps may also appear under the arm. It should be remembered that not every lump is a breast cancer, so it is important to consult a healthcare professional.

 

• How to discover the disease earlier?

          Toda mulher com 40 anos or older should seek an outpatient clinic, center or health center to perform the clinical breast exam annually, in addition, every woman between 50 and 69 years old must have at least one mammogram every two years. The health service should be sought even if you have no symptoms!

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• What is the clinical breast exam?

          _cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_   It is the breast exam performed by a doctor or nurse trained for this activity. In this examination, changes may be identified. If necessary, a more specific exam, such as mammography, will be indicated.

 

• What is mammography?

          _cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ It's a very simple exam that consists of an X-ray of the breast and allows you to discover the cancer when the tumor is still very small.

 

• What can increase the risk of getting breast cancer?

         Se uma pessoa da família – especially the mother, sister or daughter - had this disease before the age of 50, the woman is more likely to have breast cancer. Anyone who has had breast cancer or ovarian cancer, at any age, should also be aware. Women at higher risk of having breast cancer should take special care, starting from the age of 35, having a clinical breast exam and a mammogram once a year.

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•   Does self-examination prevent the disease?

          O exame das mamas realizado by the woman herself, palpating the breasts, it helps in the knowledge of her own body, however, this exam does not replace the clinical exam of the breasts performed by a trained health professional. If the woman notices any changes, she should immediately seek the health service closest to her residence. Even if you don't find any changes in the self-examination, the breasts should be examined once a year by a healthcare professional!

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•   What else can a woman do to take care of herself?

      _cc781905-5cde-3194-bbbad5cf58d_ _cc781905-5cde-3194-bbbad5cf-136 Having a healthy diet , practice physical activities (any activity that moves your body) and not smoke. These are some tips that can help prevent various diseases, including cancer.

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  source:https://bvsms.saude.gov.br/outubro-rosa-prevencao-e-diagnostico-precoce-do-cancer-de-mama/