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Training of Roma Health Mediators in Reproductive Health

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5. To check the other breast, place the pillow under your other shoulder and follow<br />

the same <strong>in</strong>structions.<br />

6. Then, while stand<strong>in</strong>g up gently squeeze the nipple and check to see if any clear or<br />

bloody fluids come out. You may want to do the breast self-exam aga<strong>in</strong>, while<br />

bath<strong>in</strong>g, because it can be easier to feel changes when the sk<strong>in</strong> is wet and soapy.<br />

If you feel a lump, see fluid leave the nipple (unless breastfeed<strong>in</strong>g), or notice any<br />

other changes <strong>in</strong> your breasts, see a health provider right away.<br />

F<strong>in</strong>d<strong>in</strong>g a change may not mean there is a problem. However, if a health problem is<br />

develop<strong>in</strong>g, it is best to get treatment early on.<br />

Source: Adapted from the Family Plann<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Health</strong> Project Dom<strong>in</strong>ican Republic, 1996<br />

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RFHI/JSI <strong>Roma</strong>nia <strong>Tra<strong>in</strong><strong>in</strong>g</strong> <strong>of</strong> RHMs <strong>in</strong> <strong>Reproductive</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Session 12: Breast and Cervical Cancer

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