For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration has approved a nonprescription breast self-examination (BSE) pad for at-home use. The BSE Pad™is a medical device composed of soft, ultra-thin latex-free polyurethane with a special lubricant sealed inside. The BSE Pad™ was designed to help women perform their monthly breast self-examination with confidence. When used properly by a woman during her monthly BSE, the pad reduces the friction between her fingers and breast and enhances her sense of touch during the exam.

NOTE: The BSE Pad is an aide to breast self-exams. Breast self-exams are one part of a recommended breast screening program, and it should be used in conjunction with regular clinical breast examinations and mammograms. The BSE Pad makes no claim to find breast cancer, breast lumps or other breast disease, and is not designed to be used as an alternative for other forms of examinations as advised by your physician. Women with breast implants or reconstructive surgery should consult their physician before using this product.