Breast Self-Examination

Self Breast Exam (SBE)

How It Feels

A breast self-examination normally does not cause any discomfort. If your breasts are tender because your menstrual period is about to begin, a BSE may cause slight discomfort when you press on your breasts to feel for lumps.

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Author:	Jan Nissl, RN, BS	Last Updated: April 11, 2007
Medical Review:	Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
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