What is usually the First Sign of Breast Cancer?

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What is usually the First Sign of Breast Cancer? Breast cancer is a tumor/growth in the breast. This disease mostly affects women but men can have breast cancer as well. First Signs of Breast Cancer       

A growth in your breast or armpit that doesn't disappear You may experience swelling in your armpit or near the collarbone Pain and sensitivity A sunken or flat area on the breast Breasts may start changing their shape and size Your nipple may look like it's pulling inward Unusual nipple discharge

Breast Cancer Types and Signs 1. Ductal Carcinoma It is the most common cancer. It starts in the ducts. Any symptoms of this disease may go unnoticed. 2. Lobular Cancer It begins in the milk organs called lobules. The signs include swelling in the affected area, and Nipples pointing inwards. 3. Invasive Breast Cancer This breast cancer type spreads to the tissues around it. It may cause:     

A hard to move knob in the armpit or breast Breasts changing their size and shape Sores on the skin An ache in one spot A thick or redskin/rash

4. Metastatic Breast Cancer This type of cancer spreads to other parts of your body. Symptoms are:         

Headache Bone pain Affects brain function Breathing difficulties The belly swells Skin or eyes turn yellow Nausea Muscle weakness Loss of appetite and weight loss


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