# Clinical breast exam: what it is, who needs it and what results mean

_Clinical breast exam: who needs it, how often, how it is done and what results mean, with Kenya guidance and costs._

Canonical: https://guides.mywellnesshealth.co.ke/screening-tests/clinical-breast-exam

Author: My Wellness Health, Editorial team · Reviewed by: the My Wellness Health clinical team on 7 Oct 2026

Last updated: 7 Oct 2026 · Published by My Wellness Health — Preventive Healthcare & Care Navigation

> A clinical breast exam checks for lumps and changes in the breast and armpit. In Kenya it is recommended for women from 25, every 3 years from 25 to 34, then alongside imaging from 35.

**Clinical breast exam at a glance**

| Who needs it | How often | What results mean | Cost |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Women from 25. | Every 3 years from 25 to 34, then alongside imaging from 35. | Anything unusual is followed by an ultrasound or mammogram. | Often available at public facilities and screening campaigns. |

## Clinical breast exam: common questions

**Q: What does the Clinical breast exam check for?**

A: Lumps and changes in the breast and armpit.

**Q: Who should have it?**

A: Women from 25.

**Q: How often?**

A: Every 3 years from 25 to 34, then alongside imaging from 35.

**Q: How is it done?**

A: A trained clinician examines both breasts and the armpits.

**Q: What do the results mean?**

A: Anything unusual is followed by an ultrasound or mammogram.

**Q: What does it cost?**

A: Often available at public facilities and screening campaigns.

**Q: How can My Wellness Health help?**

A: My Wellness Health's risk assessment (Cancer risk assessments, KES 300) looks at your symptoms, history and lifestyle and gives you a personalised risk report with clear next steps. A care navigator calls you back within 2 hours to help you book any screening you need at a facility that suits your budget and location. Assessment fees do not include tests or consultations at the facility.

This page is health information to help you understand risks and next steps. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a consultation with a qualified clinician. My Wellness Health is not a diagnostic service: we help you understand your risk and connect you with the right screening and care. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 999 or 112. If you are thinking of harming yourself, call Befrienders Kenya on +254 722 178 177 or the Kenya Red Cross toll-free line 1199.

## Sources

- [My Wellness Health](https://www.mywellnesshealth.co.ke/)
- [Ministry of Health Kenya, National Cancer Screening and Early Diagnosis Guidelines](https://www.iccp-portal.org/resources/national-cancer-screening-and-early-diagnosis-guidelines)

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