Thanks, Crystal. Where is "here" and what is "in uni" ("in university", I'm guessing?)?

Agreed that IBC is quite a rare form of cancer compared to those that form lumpy tumors detectable through mammograms and through touch during self-exams. I'm waving the warning flag because the usual breast-cancer-awareness messages out there simply do not inform folks that there IS a form of breast cancer that CANNOT be detected by looking for a lump. Very few women even know that IBC exists.

Yes, absolutely, all women should check their breasts at least once a month (and, um, men too!), but not just for lumps! Everyone should also check for the IBC symptoms listed above! If you should detect any of them, don't delay in getting them checked out. If your doctor is dismissive about it, find a knowledgable specialist who will schedule the proper tests to make a correct diagnosis and, if you do have IBC, treat it aggressively.