When to consult your doctor

Being familiar with how your breasts normally feel makes it easier to detect when there's a change in your breasts.

Consult your doctor if:

• You find a new breast lump or thickening that feels different from the surrounding tissue
• You notice a change in the size, shape or appearance of your breast
• Breast pain doesn't go away after your next period
• You notice skin changes on your breast, such as itchiness, redness, scaling, dimpling or puckering
• You have a newly inverted nipple
• You notice spontaneous nipple discharge