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Breast self-examination using a circle pattern

Breast self-examination using a circle pattern

Picture of breast exam

Move your fingers in small, coin-sized circles using different levels of pressure to examine all the breast tissue. Move in a spiral pattern around your entire breast.

Last Updated: February 12, 2009
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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