Aug 1, 2024, 08:12 PM IST

Unusual signs of breast cancer

Shweta Singh

Swelling in the breast that isn't related to your menstrual cycle or a specific injury.

Breast Swelling

A rash or persistent itchiness on the breast or nipple that doesn’t go away with topical treatments.

Itchiness or Rash

Nipple inversion or retraction that wasn't previously present, or changes in the color or texture of the nipple skin.

Nipple Changes

Skin changes on the breast, such as dimpling, puckering, or a thickened texture resembling an orange peel.

Dimpled or Thickened Skin

Clear or bloody discharge from the nipple that occurs without squeezing or any known cause.

Abnormal Discharge

Pain in a specific area of the breast that doesn’t correspond to the menstrual cycle or any obvious injury.

Localized Pain

Swelling or lumps in the underarm or near the collarbone, which may indicate that cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.

Swollen Lymph Nodes

Alterations in the shape or contour of the breast, such as one breast appearing larger or differently shaped compared to the other.

Change in Breast Shape