Breast Cancer Awareness: Let’s Talk About It

At Ornela. We believe in making women feel confident about their beauty. We think empowering women with knowledge about breast cancer could save lives. Did you know that breast cancer is the most common cancer in India? As October is breast cancer awareness month, we want to take a moment to shed light on the significance of early detection of breast cancer, self-care, and support when it comes to breast cancer. 

Why Is It Important To Educate Women About Breast Cancer?

Many women don’t perform self-exams or delay regular check-ups, putting themselves at risk of breast cancer. By educating women about breast cancer and spreading general awareness about it, we can help reduce the stigma and fear around the topic and encourage proactive health care. 

Early Detection Of Breast Cancer: Your Best Defense

Early detection through regular self-exams and mammograms can help detect any abnormal changes in your breasts. Here’s a quick and easy guide for a monthly self-exam. 

Look: Stand in front of a mirror with shoulders straight and arms on your hips. Check for any visible changes like lumps, dimpling, or changes in the nipple area. 

Feel: Use the pads of your fingers to gently press around the breast, underarms, and collarbone area in a circular motion. Check for any unusual lumps or thickening in that region.

Check your history: If your family has a history of breast cancer, consult your doctor about when to start mammograms or additional screenings. 

How To Lower The Risk Of Breast Cancer?

While there’s no particular cause behind breast cancer, and it can affect anyone, lifestyle choices can help lower the risk. Here’s what you can do:

Maintain a healthy diet rich in fruits, veggies, and whole grains. 

Exercise regularly to boost your immune system and maintain a healthy weight. 

Limit alcohol consumption, as excessive drinking increases the risk of breast cancer.

Lingerie & Breast Cancer

A common myth about breast cancer is that wearing a bra can increase the chances of breast cancer. However, there’s no reliable scientific evidence around it. Wearing the right bra can contribute to overall breast health and well-being.

Wearing a bra offers proper support and a good fit. Ill-fitting bras, especially those that are too tight or have an uncomfortable underwire, can cause discomfort, restrict lymphatic drainage, and lead to issues such as irritation or even breast pain. While these are not direct causes of breast cancer, they can affect breast health. 

Another common myth about lingerie and breast cancer is that wearing underwire bras or tight-fitting bras can lead to the problem of blocking the lymphatic flow. However, research has debunked the claim.

Going braless is not the solution to avoiding breast cancer. Bras are essential, especially during high-intensity physical activities, as lack of support can damage the tissues and cause long-term health problems.