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What should men be feeling for during a breast self exam?
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Lumpy bumpy: You need to palpate and feel uniformity of tissue . When you feel a mass that stands out of that uniformity , that should be evaluated by a doctor. You may want to ask your doctor to demonstrate the technique.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Look and feel: They should be looking for any nipple /areola changes such as scabbing dry skin or inversion, especially if new. They should feel for any new or changes such as masses or lumps. Exams should be performed regularly in conjunction with mammograms or MRI particularly in those with a family history or genetic tendency (braca).
Answered 6/10/2014
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