title: Breast self-examination in adolescents.
abstract: Although serious breast lesions are unusual in adolescence, girls should learn how to perform breast self-examination. This will enable them to detect abnormal growths or galactorrhea. It will also encourage them to establish an important lifelong practice while they are young. Respect for the patient's modesty during the course of the demonstration is essential.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D001940:Breast; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010173:Palpation; D010353:Patient Education as Topic