[Self examination of the breasts].
Self-examination of the breasts is common among women from 24 to 70 years of age. This information was obtained from a study conducted on 600 women. They were asked 12 questions concerning self-examination of breasts. 37.3% examined their breasts once a month or more frequently, while 32.3% performed self-examination only irregularly. 191 found self-examination difficult, and 165 said that they forgot to examine themselves regularly. 60% of the women interviewed wanted more instruction in self-examination of breasts.
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000517:prevention & control*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009664:Norway; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012648:Self Care
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