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A breast self-examination (BSE) is a technique that a woman can use to check her breasts and underarms using varying degrees of pressure to monitor for any possible changes that might indicate breast cancer. Along with clinical breast examinations (CBEs) and mammograms, BSEs are part of the main screening tools for breast cancer.
The purpose of a monthly breast self-examination is for a woman to gain familiarity with her breasts so that any changes in texture, including the presence of a lump, can be detected as early as possible. The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends that women, starting at age 20, should be educated on the benefits and limitations of performing a monthly BSE.