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What exactly should i be feeling when i touch examine my breasts? and how exactly to do it right?
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Learn what is normal: I teach patients that the goal of your self breast exam (bse) is to learn what is normal for you. Breasts are lumpy and sometimes tender. Once you learn what is normal, something abnormal will be obvious.
Answered 3/14/2019
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