Fandango Friday Flashback—Ladies, let’s talk about breast health

Diet and Health, Reblog

Ladies let’s talk about Breast Health, mammograms and need for self exams.

I am sharing this post again because it is essential to make each and every woman, whatever her age, of the vital importance of ensuring breast health.

Also as a part of Fandango Friday Flashback.

October is the breast cancer awareness month. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in the world, affecting the women in both the developed and developing countries alike and it’s the single most common cancer in women. Last year there were 2 million reported cases of breast cancer. The aim of this post is not to scare you but to point out the necessity of giving your health and specially breast health some serious consideration.

WHO NEEDS IT:

It’s an extremely vital issue, specially for women after they turn 50. If they have a family history of cancer, or if their health is vulnerable due to risk factors they have been exposed to, then a very serious thought should be given to getting yourself tested for any lumps etc in breast tissue.

SELF EXAM:

I am putting below a link that explains how to and how often the women should do the self exam at home.

https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-self-exam

It’s a simple procedure and can be performed in a few minutes.

MAMMOGRAM:

Mammograms are non-invasive X-ray based test which takes all of 10 minutes. It is a bit on the expansive side but far cheaper than the cost of hospitalization etc if things get serious. There is a lot of misinformation regarding mammograms. some say that it is painful, others describe it as a messy or inconvenient . It is none of those. The only inconvenience I faced was the fact that I had to book an appointment a month before as they were very busy.

PAP SMEAR:

While we are talking about women health, getting a pap smear test after the age of menopause is a good idea too. I know that most women ( myself included) find doctor visits cumbersome and a waste of time. The long appointments and the expenses of these investigations are also a cause of concern .But health is after all of paramount importance, so we must swallow the bitter pill and get our checkups on time. Wishing good health and long happy life to you all!

Another piece of vital advice;

Please install a full length mirror in your bathroom, if you’re single. It is important to look at yourself once a month at least to check for anything new on your skin or torso. Blemishes, rashes, boils or any unexplained mark should be observed keenly and if they are still there after a week or so, go see a doctor.

I am adding this comment from Leigha Robbins to my post;

“I cannot stress self exams strongly enough. I was 36 when I found my lump. You should know your own body and be aware of and follow through on any abnormalities. My cancer was very aggressive as I had had a doctor’s exam just three months earlier with no signs of a lump then. Monthly exams are key!”

Please share your feedback and thoughts in the comments.

#MAMMOGRAM

#BREASTHEALTH
#FFF

#BREASTCANCERAWARENESS

#KEEPITALIVE

Published by Sadje

I am writing to express my opinion, share my experiences and to maybe provide some insight. My blog is addressing women at 50 ( but men are welcome to read my posts) ,their issues and the questions that come up at this stage in life. I don’t aim to teach, but to learn together.

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37 thoughts on “Fandango Friday Flashback—Ladies, let’s talk about breast health”

  4. Very informative. I ought to go get a pap smear as it’s been years since I did. But the invasiveness and so forth is so very off putting for me. And dang it, it’s painful too. 😦 I will be scheduling my mammogram, as I get one as often as the doctor recommends. Gee, it’s fun being a girl, isn’t it? 🙄

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  6. Very informative post and so necessary to talk about a I recently heard about a teenage celebrity (19 year old) with breast cancer and I was horrified. Poor girl! I’m going to pursue higher studies on similar lines and I sincerely hope we can find a cure to cancer very soon. 🙏

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    1. Thank you so much Sam. Breast cancer is curable in most cases if found and diagnosed early. Every woman should be aware of this danger and regardless of age should do self-exam routinely.

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  7. Wise advice Sadje, which I have ignored for years. I had cervical cancer after my daughter was born, went through the treatment and then all I got was inconclusive for a result. Stopped going after that.

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  11. I cannot stress self exams strongly enough. I was 36 when I found my lump. You should know your own body and be aware of and follow through on any abnormalities. My cancer was very aggressive as I had had a doctor’s exam just three months earlier with no signs of a lump then. Monthly exams are key!

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    1. You’re very right. They save lives. And it takes just a few minutes. I think I’ll add your comment to my post. It will emphasize the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Thanks a lot my dear friend. I’m so glad that you caught it in time.

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