Skin rashes can occur on the breasts due to chemical irritants such as laundry detergent or underarm deodorant. However, if a skin rash appears on the breast that resembles eczema, or if dry scales appear around the nipples, this could be a sign of Paget's disease. Symptoms of Paget's disease include itching, redness, and soreness of the nipple. Paget's disease always signals the presence of primary ductal carcinoma elsewhere in the breast tissue. Primal ductal carcinoma is the most common type of breast cancer.

Swelling of the breasts can occur prior to the menstrual cycle or during pregnancy. If swelling is accompanied by redness or warmth, it may be a sign of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. IBC is a rare, but aggressive form of breast cancer that can be fatal if not treated promptly. Other symptoms of Inflammatory Breast Cancer may include a pitting of the skin surrounding the breast. This pitted appearance resembles the texture of an orange and is called peau d' orange. Pitting of the breast is caused by a buildup of fluid, which causes edema (swelling) in the breast.

The most common breast cancer symptoms include:

v A lump or thickening of the breast
v A change in the size or shape of a breast
v A change in the size or shape of a nipple
v A bloody discharge from a nipple
v A rash on the skin around the nipple or on the breast
v Pitting or dimpling of the skin
v Swelling or lumps in the armpit

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult with your physician. Chances are good that these signs are not breast cancer. However, if breast cancer is diagnosed, your chances for recovery improve significantly through early detection.

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