Breast Sense Self-Examination KitThe Breast Sense self-examination glove is an invaluable aid for women that is designed to increase the sensitivity of the fingertips whilst performing a monthly breast examination. The unique magnifying sensationof this gel filled glove enhances the ability of to feel even the smallest changes or irregularities. The Breast Sense glove allows the fingers to glide smoothly over the skin making self-examination easier and more thorough. The Breast Sense self-examination glove is latex free, non-toxic and reusable. Breast Awareness - Know Yourself Better | | | In practice breast awareness means that you know your own breasts, and that you are used to their appearance and texture.
Firstly, you should know what your breasts look like.
It sounds obvious, but it’s a good idea to get into the habit of looking at your breasts in the mirror from time to time.
It is not at all unusual to have one breast noticeably larger than the other, with a bigger left breast being more common. Be aware how they move up as you raise your arms and so on – so that you know what’s normal for you. |
Look for any changes in the shape or size of your breasts
or nipples, in the position or colouring of the nipple, for dimpling, dents, scaliness or discolouration of the skin
& any other changes including discharge from the nipple, rashes that don’t seem to heal or veins that are more prominent than normal.
Note any pain or sensation in the breast, armpit or arm that is new, particularly if only on one side or if it doesn’t go away after a menstrual period.
Secondly, you also need to know how your breasts feel.
No one could be expected to find a possible new lump when feeling her breast for the first time.
Most breasts feel a little lumpy especially during the few days before a period is due. After your period this lumpiness becomes less obvious or may well disappear altogether.
Carry out your breast self-examination regularly – at least once a month. The best time to do it is within a week after the end of your menstrual period. This is the time when your breasts are least likely to be swollen or tender. If you stopped having periods or if your periods are not regular, check your breasts on the same day of each month.
Examine your breasts first using your bare hand and then repeat the examination again with your Brest Sense™ glove, checking out for any new lump or thickening in one breast or armpit area.
Encourage your friends and family to perform their regular breast checks.
If you discover any changes or abnormalities during your breast self-examination, either done barehanded or using the Breast Sense™ glove, it is important that you see your physician as soon as possible. |
Product Information Each Breast Sense™ Pack comes complete with:
1. Breast Sense™ educational/instructional DVD
2. Breast Sense™ self-examination glove and carrier pouch.
3. Breast Sense™ examination guide. | |
DVD
Understanding the sensitivity many women have in discussing (even with their friends and doctors) their breast self-examinations, our DVD will teach women in the privacy of their home the correct techniques of self-examination and show them the anatomy of where they should check.
These elements are vital for more effective detection of irregularities or possible cancers in the breast tissue and surrounding areas. The DVD also provides extensive information and advice on breast cancer.
Remember – the great majority of all breast cancers are discovered during self-examination.
Armed with the above knowledge and being confident in their own self-examination we feel it will encourage women to check themselves on a regular basis as part of their general health monitoring.
Breast Sense™ Glove
The glove is designed as an aid to make your self-examination easier and more comfortable to carry out.
It greatly increases the sensitivity of the fingertips and reduces friction against your skin allowing your fingers to glide smoothly across your breast area when performing your self-exam.
The unique magnifying sensation of the glove enhances the ability to feel even the smallest changes/irregularities, making self-examination comfortable, easier and more thorough.
The Breast Sense™ self-examination glove is a reusable, latex free, hypoalergenic and completely non-toxic product.
An elegant pink mesh pouch comes with the glove, making it ideal to hang in the shower and act as a reminder.
Breast Sense™ Examination Guide
This is a booklet containing easy to follow steps for your self-examination and includes a 2-year calendar to enable you to keep a record of your self-examinations
http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/ Breast Cancer Awareness Month
01 - 31 Oct 2007 | |
