- One breast only (not both)
- Persistent (over 2 weeks)
- No pregnancy/hormones explaining it
- Accompanied by firmness
Pro tip: Monthly photos in same lighting/position.
#9 feels like orange peel…
9. Skin Texture Changes: The Dimpling Danger
Imagine pinching your breast skin – it dimples like orange peel.
That’s not normal.
Science behind dimpling:
| Cause | Mechanism | Cancer Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tumor contraction | Pulls skin inward | Invasive ductal |
| Lymphatic blockage | Thickens skin | Inflammatory |
| Fibrosis | Creates puckering | Scirrhous |
Johns Hopkins study: 41% of palpable cancers show texture changes first.
