Alternative NamesSelf-examination of the breast; BSEInformationMany women feel that doing a breast self exam is an important part of their health care. It helps them learn how their breasts normally feel, so that if they find a lump they will know whether it is something to discuss with their health care provider.However, there is controversy about recommending breast self exams. There is no evidence that doing breast self exams saves lives from Breast cancer, so if you are not comfortable checking your breasts, don't be concerned.What is most important is to have routine screening mammograms if your health care provider recommends them. Even getting a yearly exam is controversial, but many women and their health care providers feel that this is still an important part of breast cancer scr