October 22, 2022 Issue, Page 13 of 22

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October 22, 2022 1B JOIN THE FIGHT Potential warning signs for breast cancer Breast cancer is the most commonly occurring cancer in women across the globe. According to the World Can- cancer also can be soft, round and tender. Some even cause pain. cer Research Fund International, there more than 2.26 million new cases of breast cancer in women in 2020. - Swelling: Some women experience swelling of all or part of a breast even if they don't detect a lump. Such figures are sobering, but it’s important to recognize that breast cancer survival rates have improved dra- matically in recent decades, providing hope to the millions of women who may be diagnosed with the disease - Dimpling: The skin on the breast may dimple. When this occurs, the skin on the breast sometimes mimics in the years to come. the look of an orange peel. Various factors have helped to improve breast cancer survival rates, and education about the disease is cer- - Pain: Pain on the breast or nipple could indicate breast cancer. tainly among them. Women are their own greatest allies against breast cancer, and learning to spot its signs and symptoms is a great first step in the fight against this potentially deadly, yet treatable disease. - Retraction: Some women with breast cancer experience retraction, which occurs when the nipple turns in- Knowing your body ward. ‘The American Cancer Society urges women to take note of how their breasts normally look and feel. That knowledge is vital because it helps women recognize when something does not look or feel good to the touch - Skin abnormalities: Breast cancer may cause the skin on the breast to redden, dry out, flake, or thicken. with their breasts. Screening alone may not be sufficient, as the ACS notes that mammograms do not find - Swollen lymph nodes: Some women with breast cancer experience swelling of the lymph nodes under the arm every breast cancer. or near the collarbone. Signs and symptoms When women are well acquainted with how their breasts look and feel, they're in better position to recognize ‘The presence of any of these symptoms merits a trip to the doctor. Women with these symptoms should not any abnormalities, which may or may not be indicative of breast cancer. The ACS reports that the following are immediately assume they have breast cancer, as the ACS notes that various symptoms of breast cancer also are some potential warning signs of breast cancer. - Anew lump or mass: The ACS indicates that this is the most common symptom of breast cancer. A lump or indicative of non-cancerous conditions that affect the breasts. Only a physician can diagnose breast cancer, mass that is cancerous is often painless, but hard and has irregular edges. However, lumps caused by breast which underscores the importance of reporting symptoms to a doctor immediately. FACT: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American October Is (: women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2021, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer. /N MO 223 N. Madison Ave Elk City, OK 73644 NMLS #: 478526 + OK Lic# MLO11805 580-799-0905 We want to take this time to show our support for the many women and men that have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. AWARENESS Check with yout doctor to see | are due fox a mammogram!! Oak Creek THRU TUBING Floral and Gifts 119 S. Main St, Elk City » (580) 225-7673 1901 E 20th St, Elk City, OK 73644 - 580-225-6977