Breast cancer is a disease caused by the abnormal multiplication
of breast cells, in turning them into a tumor. However, it is
important to note that not every tumor is malignant, or in other
words, not every nodule found is cancerous. Normally breast
cancer may be felt as a lump, with or without pain. The skin on
the breast may turn reddish and/or appear like an “orange skin”
with little indentations. There may also be alterations on the
nipple itself. The under arm region, the “arm pit” must also be
examined because cancer may also be present in auxiliary lymph
nodes. However, due to the fact that these physical alterations
may not necessarily mean a breast cancer presence, it is
important to see a doctor and have a mammogram for its proper
diagnosis. Firstly through clinical consultations, where
qualified physicians and nurses examine the breasts searching
for abnormalities and other alterations as seen through
mammograms. A mammogram is a radiology exam where the breast
tissue is compressed and even small