Breast Cancer Symptoms And What You Need To Know

Thickening Skin

If the skin on your breast begins to thicken, feeling almost like ‘orange peel,’ have it checked immediately.Small ridges or indents that also looks like an 'orange peel'is considered thickening of the skin as well. Thickening breast skin is often caused by mastitis, which is a breast infection that commonly occurs amongst women who are breastfeeding.

For women who take antibiotics and do not experience improvements, it could be an indication of inflammatory breast cancer. Put your mind at ease and see a physician to have your breasts examined for cancer or another condition.

Next, find out why breast pain is another common and clear sign of breast cancer.

Breast Pain

Although the breasts may hurt due to PMS, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or hormonal changes, unusual or persistent breast pain can indicate that a patient may have breast cancer. Other causes of breast pain include birth control and medications, infertility treatments, breast cysts, stress, and an improperly fitted bra. The majority of breast cancers do not cause any pain, but some do. The most common cause of breast pain is a woman’s menstrual cycle, as well as some other benign breast conditions.

Breast pain in relation to cancer can occur due to inflammation and cancerous cells interfering with the lobules or lymph nodes, as well as due to lumps or masses underneath the skin. If you experience breast pain that is both severe and persistent, it is recommended that you have your breasts examined. Remember to listen to your body and do not just pass it off as PMS or something else. If you are concerned, go for a mammogram as soon as possible.