2. Moderate intake of fats and animal proteins, and limit alcohol consumption. Excessive consumption of meat, fried eggs, butter, cheese, and animal fats may increase breast cancer risk; while green vegetables, fruits, fresh fish, and dairy products may reduce it.Additional research indicates that phytoestrogens in soy effectively suppress estrogen production in the body, as elevated estrogen levels are a primary contributor to breast cancer. 3. Avoid emotional stress and maintain emotional stability. Cultivating a positive mindset enhances the body's anti-cancer capacity. Moderate exercise can reduce the risk of breast cancer.
4. Visual self-examination: Stand facing a mirror with arms raised overhead. Place hands firmly on hips and contract chest muscles. Lean forward to observe breast shape, nipple, and areola changes. Note any asymmetry in breast contours, localized skin bulges, indentations, or dimpling. Check for redness, swelling, warmth, or pain on the breast surface.Check if both nipples are symmetrical, note any recent indentations, and observe for scaling around the nipple. Gently squeeze the nipple to check for any discharge.Use the pads of your left index, middle, and ring fingers to palpate the right breast. Avoid pinching the breast tissue. Begin examining the outer breast from the armpit to the nipple and from the collarbone to the bra line. Gradually increase pressure in three steps: first lightly touch the skin, then apply moderate pressure.
Finally, press firmly enough to feel your ribs. Next, turn onto your back. Bend your right elbow, placing your arm beside your head. Begin examining the inner portion of the right breast with your left hand. Use the same method as for the outer portion, covering the area from the nipple to the center of the chest and from the collarbone to the bottom of the bra. Then examine the area above and below the collarbone.Pay attention to any enlarged lymph nodes. If you find a lump, note its location, number, size, texture, tenderness, and whether it moves. Finally, check the armpit for enlarged lymph nodes, starting from the center of the armpit and moving around the armpit area, sequentially from under the arm to the chest and then to the upper and outer arm.