India, Dec. 19 -- Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death by cancer worldwide. According to the Cancer India Organisation, for every 2 women newly diagnosed with breast cancer, one woman dies of it in India. Moreover, the WHO states that it caused an estimated 670,000 deaths globally in 2022.

Therefore, one should be aware of the signs that can help them in early diagnosis, thus reducing the risk of the deadly disease. HT Lifestyle got in touch with Dr Poonam Patil, consultant - medical oncology, immunotherapy and precision medicine, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, to understand the 5 skin changes that call for prompt action.

Dr Patil emphasised, "While most breast skin changes are harmless and often related t...