Care
How to check your own breasts every month
Knowing your normal helps you notice any change early.
When to see a doctor
A new lump, skin dimpling, or discharge: see a doctor soon. Most lumps are harmless but check.
A new lump, skin dimpling, or discharge: see a doctor soon. Most lumps are harmless but check.
At a glance
Do
- Keep a simple, regular routine
- Patch-test new products on your arm
- Wash hands before touching your face
Do not
- Do not use many new products at once
- Do not share towels or razors
- Do not pick or scrub hard
Before you start 0 / 3
Steps
1
Choose a day a few days after your period each month.
2
Look in the mirror: arms down, then raised. Notice shape, skin, nipples.
3
Feel with flat fingers in small circles from the outside to the nipple, including under the arm.
4
Note anything new and write it down.
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Last reviewed: 31 October 2026 · About and sources
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Compiled from these public health sources. This is education, not medical advice.