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Breast Self-Exam
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Far too often, breast cancer is detected after it has spread and affected other parts of the body. Regular breast self-examination is an important step to early detection.
The female breast is primarily composed of fatty tissue and mammary glands. Mammary glands drain into the lactiferous sinus, which connects them to the nipple. During pregnancy, mammary glands swell in order to accommodate milk production. The mammary gland is also the place where most breast cancers begin.
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