As Jamaica and the world pauses to acknowledge Breast Cancer during the month of October, Cancer fighters and survivors globally commemorate the fight. As we go pink in solidarity with those affected by the disease, we arm them with a village of support. Together, we pledge our commitment to doing all we can to help shoulder the burden. Buzz Magazine wants you to take care of your girls.What to expect when getting a screening mammogramYou’ll have to undress above the waist to get a mammogram.
A technologist will position your breasts for the mammogram. You and the technologist are the only ones in the room during the mammogram.
To get a high-quality picture, your breast must be flattened. The technologist places your breast on the machine’s plate. The plastic upper plate is lowered to compress your breast for a few seconds while the technologist takes a picture. You will then need to change position before the next picture is takenRead more in our Vol 10 #4 EditionIn the shower – Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire breast in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire breast and armpit area. Check both breasts each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot.
In Front of a Mirror – Visually inspect your breasts with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead. Look for any changes in the contour, swelling, or dimpling of the skin, or changes in the nipples. Next, rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right breasts will not exactly match—few women’s breasts do, so look for any dimpling, puckering, or changes, particularly on one side.
Lying Down – When lying down, the breast tissue spreads out evenly along the chest wall. Place a pillow under your right shoulder and your right arm behind your head. Using your left hand, move the pads of your fingers around your right breast gently in small circular motions covering the entire breast area and armpit. Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Squeeze the nipple; check for discharge and lumps. Repeat these steps for your left breast.
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As Jamaica and the world pauses to acknowledge Breast Cancer during the month of October, Cancer fighters and survivors globally commemorate the fight. As we go pink in solidarity with those affected by the disease, we arm them with a village of support. Together, we pledge our commitment to doing all we can to help shoulder the burden. Buzz Magazine wants you to take care of your girls.What to expect when getting a screening mammogramYou’ll have to undress above the waist to get a mammogram.
A technologist will position your breasts for the mammogram. You and the technologist are the only ones in the room during the mammogram.
To get a high-quality picture, your breast must be flattened. The technologist places your breast on the machine’s plate. The plastic upper plate is lowered to compress your breast for a few seconds while the technologist takes a picture. You will then need to change position before the next picture is takenRead more in our Vol 10 #4 EditionIn the shower – Using the pads of your fingers, move around your entire breast in a circular pattern moving from the outside to the center, checking the entire breast and armpit area. Check both breasts each month feeling for any lump, thickening, or hardened knot.
In Front of a Mirror – Visually inspect your breasts with your arms at your sides. Next, raise your arms high overhead. Look for any changes in the contour, swelling, or dimpling of the skin, or changes in the nipples. Next, rest your palms on your hips and press firmly to flex your chest muscles. Left and right breasts will not exactly match—few women’s breasts do, so look for any dimpling, puckering, or changes, particularly on one side.
Lying Down – When lying down, the breast tissue spreads out evenly along the chest wall. Place a pillow under your right shoulder and your right arm behind your head. Using your left hand, move the pads of your fingers around your right breast gently in small circular motions covering the entire breast area and armpit. Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Squeeze the nipple; check for discharge and lumps. Repeat these steps for your left breast.
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