Sophia Akhiyat Kiefer

When I do skin cancer screenings for my patients, I’m not only looking for skin cancer — I’m also on the lookout for cutaneous signs of breast cancer!!! I have so many patients in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond who are warriors in the breast cancer battle! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so I celebrate them all month 💗🫂

Let’s talk about breast cancer signs that can show up on the skin! New dimpling, an orange-peel texture, persistent redness or swelling, or a scaly, crusty rash on one nipple.

These changes don’t automatically mean cancer, but they deserve attention! You don’t need to feel a lump to speak up, and you’re never “bothering” your doctor by asking about something new!

Get familiar with what’s normal for you, keep up with your recommended screening, and have new or persistent changes evaluated.

To everyone navigating a diagnosis, celebrating survivorship, or loving someone through it: you are seen, and you are supported 💕

My breast cancer warrior hero is @estherdermpa 💗 She is a young, new mommy and a brilliant dermatology PA who is sharing her breast cancer journey for other women to relate to and learn from. I’m so amazed by her resilience and wanted to share in case you are looking for support and guidance! Always praying for you, Esther 💗🫂

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