Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK. Most women diagnosed with breast cancer are over the age of 50, but younger women can also get breast cancer.

About 1 in 7 women are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. There’s a good chance of recovery if it’s detected at an early stage.

For this reason, it’s vital that women check their breasts regularly for any changes and always have any changes examined by a GP.

Here are the common signs and symptoms of breast cancer that you should be aware of

• A change in the size or shape of one or both breasts
• Discharge from either of your nipples, which may be streaked with blood
• A lump or swelling in either of your armpits
• Dimpling on the skin of your breasts
• A rash on or around your nipple
• A change in the appearance of your nipple, such as becoming sunken into your breast

If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, you must seek help/advice from a GP #WellVillage #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth