Breast Screening
When Should I Go to a Doctor?
A guide to health problems that should cause you to contact your doctor.
The First Potential Symptom of Breast Cancer
The First Potential Symptom
The first symptom of breast cancer most people notice is a lump or an area of thickened tissue in their breast. Most breast lumps (90%) are not cancer, but its always best to have them checked by your doctor.
Anything Out of the Ordinary
You should speak to your GP if you notice anything out of the ordinary to do with your breasts, including any of the following list below.
Other Potential Symptoms
Size and Shape
A change in the size or shape of one or both breasts.
Discharge
Discharge from either of your nipples (which may be streaked with blood).
Lumps or Swellings
A lump or swelling in either of your armpits.
Dimpling
Dimpling on the skin of your breasts.
Rashes
A rash on or around your nipple.
Change in Appearance of Your Nipples
A change in the appearance of your nipple, such as becoming sunken into your breast.
Also of Note
Breast Pain
Breast pain alone is not a symptom of breast cancer.
Breast Cancer and Men
Although rare, men can get breast cancer. The most common symptom of breast cancer in men is a lump in the chest area.
