Self breast examination by females is advisable to be done at which of the following time?
Ans. C. 7-10 days after menses. (Ref Textbook of Gynaecology by D C Dutta 5th/pg. 538).Textbook of Gynaecology by D C Dutta 5th/pg. 53S....under the heading "Breast self examination":"Breast self examination should be made into a habit, certainly by the age of 20. The examination should be made on a monthly basis following the menses as the breasts become less tender and less engorged/'Breast self examination# Inpsection should be done standing in front of a mirror in a well lit-room. The patient should palpate her breasts with the opposite hand both in sitting and lying supine with a pillow beneath her back.# Axillary and supraclavicular areas to be palpated.# The nipples should be compressed for any discharge.# She is instructed to contact physician whenever there is any abnormal finding.
Premenstrual period
During menses
7-10 days after menses
Ovulatory period
Miscellaneous (Gynae)