do a Breast Self Exam every month

Though I haven’t been recording well the last few months, I have been doing my self-check regularly. So I am retiring this goal. Following the link oy vey provided (thanks!), my lifetime risk is 19.8%—higher than average. Among other factors, this is because my mother had breast cancer. They didn’t count the fact that my aunt also had breast cancer, and perhaps statistically that isn’t significant but it makes my monthly checks feel even more urgent.

Doing the checks, remember the area behind the nipple as well as the bra strap area of the breast—the tissue goes almost up to the shoulder on me. Don’t want to forget the less discussed, though higher risk areas.

I did my monthly check in the shower this morning.

One more month down.

Except lately my cycle appears to be shifting, so it has actually been much more frequent than a monthly check. Still, I would rather check more frequently than is necessary rather than less than monthly. As long as my cycle doesn’t stretch longer than 28ish days, I will still do my check on the last day of each period.

month down. :)

:)

I also had a mammogram done last week.

...for one more month.

for this month. :)

Don’t forget the bra strap area, which is an area of high risk.

I did my monthly check this morning. I will be getting my annual checkup/pap smear later this month.
I feel like I’m taking control of my body by taking care of it.

I did my BSE in the shower earlier this week. Now that I’m in the habit of doing it, I feel like it has become sort of a peaceful meditative process. After all, its a lovely way to honour your own body!
I’d love to hear some updates from the rest of the team!

Did my check in the shower this morning :)