How Do I Examine My Breasts?

 
How Do I Examine My Breasts?
It's a good idea to examine your breasts once a month, and it makes sense to choose the same time each month because breasts usually change with the menstrual cycle. The best time to do a BSE is about a week after your period starts.
There are two parts to a BSE: how your breasts look and how they feel. The looking part is easy. Before you dress, stand or sit in front of a mirror with your arms relaxed at your sides. Look at your breasts carefully. Do you see anything unusual, like a change in the way your nipples look? Any dimples or changes in the skin? Then look at yourself from different angles and arm positions. Keep your hands at your sides, raise your arms overhead, and place your hands on your hips, watching for dimples or changes in the skin. Get to know what your breasts look like.
The next part is how your breasts feel. It may seem strange at first to handle your breasts. Some girls feel self-conscious about it, but there's no reason to feel guilty or awkward. BSE is a positive way to stay healthy.