Fact

An abnormality found in your breast does not necessarily mean that you have breast cancer. Approximately 80% of breast lumps are benign (non-cancerous). However, the likelihood of a lump being cancerous increases with age.

Some breast abnormalities that you may find are cysts (a build up of fluid with the appearance of a circular lump), calcifications (small areas formed by a build up of calcium salts situated in the breast tissue) or nipple discharge (often occurring in females taking certain medication such as oral contraceptive pills and may also occur due to touching, suckling and/or aggravation from garments to the nipple area, or lactation).

Fear of finding an abnormality can cause women to skip regular self checks or visits to the doctor. However, early detection is the greatest type of prevention method.