Squeeze the nipple to check for discharges. Its not the most comfortable thing in the world, but is do-able. Here is a guide to how to have your first mammogram . This exam can make breast cancer deaths plummet . McGill University's article on mammography and biopsy will help you understand what goes on at this time.
Mammograms are easier to read thanks to new advances in medicine.
There is a blood test for breast cancer , but I don't know much more about it. I would also check out factors identified that can lead to false-positive mammograms , so you don't have to go through any more testing outside of the mammogram. I add 5 inches to that and it gives me 36. Then you measure around the widest part of your breast. You then subtract your back size from your breast size.