Signs And Symptoms Of Breast Cancer In Men
Everyone knows women get breast cancer. It has a ribbon, and guess what? This ribbon is the most well-known out there. But women aren't the only ones who get breast cancer! Men get it too! Men need the same kinds of breast cancer treatments. They need chemo, radiation, and yes, even breast cancer surgery! Men will get breast cancer meds too. The treatment is largely the same, but there still needs to be more breast cancer awareness for men! Let's get going!
Lump On The Breast
Many, many men will see a lump in their breast if they've got breast cancer. Yes, men have breasts too! They're just normally clumped in with 'pecs' when people talk about them. Men, these lumps are usually painless and quite hard. When feeling a lump in the breast, men, watch out for irregular edges. It's not going to be even all around the lump! This is a huge, huge sign the lump is cancerous. Men, men, listen. If you feel any changes like this, make sure a doctor checks the lump out. It's far, far better to be safe rather than be sorry.
Changes To Nipple Shape
Men, you'll need to look out for any changes in your nipples. Watch the shape of them closely! A nipple that suddenly turns inward often means breast cancer is there. Why is this? Well, nipples are always meant to point outward. Men, be aware this change only affects one nipple and not both. It would be very, very rare for it to happen to both of them! There's also another big change in nipple shape men have to watch for. Nipples are fairly circular, and this doesn't change. But if the borders aren't smooth? It means breast cancer! It's very, very much like when looking at a mole for skin cancer.
Unexplained Breast Rash
Men, listen up! Be smart! You can also experience a rash on one or both of your breasts if you've got breast cancer. It'll most often be just around the nipple! The rash will be red and quite itchy. It also won't go away and will stick around for a long time if it's breast cancer. Many women get this symptom too, and they struggle to see it as breast cancer. It's chalked up to be an allergic reaction to skin products or clothes. But men, you'll know right away that something's wrong. Of course you will! You don't use fancy skin products, and your shirts are awesome.
Breast Pain
Men, your breast tissues might hurt if you've got breast cancer! This happens to women for many, many reasons, but not to you. A woman's breasts can hurt a bit because of pregnancy, breastfeeding, and stress. But men? It's easier to know something is wrong. Your breast tissue may only hurt if something has hit you there. Otherwise? It's very likely breast cancer is the cause. Breast pain because of breast cancer will be persistent too. It won't just hurt for a little bit and disappear! The pain appears because of inflammation and spreading cancerous cells. If you feel any breast pain, men, talk to a doctor now. Go now!
Skin Puckering Or Thickening
Men, you've also got to be on the lookout for thickening skin and puckering skin around your breast tissue. These are 2 major, major skin changes that can mean you have breast cancer! If you have thickening skin, it'll feel like lemon or orange peels. Not normal, not normal at all! Ointments and other meds may help, but if nothing changes, it's usually breast cancer! Puckering skin means you've got a tumor, men. The tumor is causing blockages and the buildup of fluid! You'll see itchy skin, redness, and swelling along with the puckering. Get to a doctor fast and get checked out.