How to check yourself.

#letsbefrank, I think you're the tits. I also think you should check yours, regularly.

I got chatting with Dr Chantel Thornton, a breast cancer specialist, so you can free your nips and get handsy with yourself. Here's what she had to say.

Know what your mumma gave you

Is your right bigger than your left? Does it sit higher, lower, closer together, or further apart? To know when something is abnormal, you first need to know what your normal looks and feels like.

Look but don't touch. Yet.

Make sure you're in a well-lit room with a good quality mirror. No smudges or lipstick kisses. Take your top off and tie your hair up, babe. You need to get a good look at yourself.

Get into position

Stand with your hands on your hips, squeezing so your pecs contract. Check yourself out: look for any flattening, pulling, or indentations.

Raise the roof. And then your boobs.

Lift your arms up high and take another look. Check for any abnormalities when you raise your hands. Then lower your arms and lift your breasts. Look at the skin underneath for any changes.

Free the nip

One final look: this time at your nipples. Notice any changes in colour, size, or discharge? Is it cold? Turn on the heater, babe.

Time to get handsy

Now use your fingers to check for any lumps or changes in texture, working in small circles from the outside in. Cover the full breast and armpit area. Don't rush this part.

Check yourself once a month. If you notice anything unusual (a new lump, skin changes, nipple changes, or anything that just feels different) see your doctor. Early detection saves lives. You're worth the check-up, babe.

x frank