What is ArtCan?

Surbhi Shah

A unique initiative by Apollo Cancer Centres, ArtCan uses ancient Indian art form — Chitrasutra — to spread awareness about breast cancer.

Here are the steps >>>

Step 1: Raise your arm above your head and examine the breast and underarm region.

Step 2: Use the flat of your fingers to examine the breast while in the shower and while lying down or standing up.

Step 3: Check for lumps, swelling, and thickening in the breast by sliding your fingers up and down.

Step 4: Repeat step three but by moving your fingers in a circular motion.

Step 5: Now check for lumps or swelling by moving your fingers in wedges, like mowing a lawn.

Step 6: With the flat of your fingers, check for any lumps or swellings in the breast or the underarm region.

Step 7: Look out for any kind of changes in skin color, texture or dimpling.

Step 8: Check for nipple distortion, retraction, and fluid discharge.

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