Queer Bits – People Assigned Female at Birth

Anyone can get breast cancer. If you’ve had breast implants, you should still check your whole breast area, including up to your collarbone (upper chest) and armpits.

Trans men and AFAB non-binary folk also remain at risk for breast cancer because they still have breast tissue. While top surgery (mastectomy) significantly lowers this risk, some glandular tissue often remains.

CoppaFeel! - How To Check Your Breasts, Pecs or Chest

Breast Cancer UK - Transgender People and Breast Cancer Risk

Breast Cancer Now - Transgender and gender-diverse people and breast cancer

People with a cervix are generally invited for cervical screening between the ages of 25 and 64. Transgender men and AFAB non-binary people who have not undergone a total hysterectomy will also need to undergo regular screenings. People who have changed their gender marker to male should inform their GP practice so that they continue to be invited for routine screening.

Find out more:

Yorkshire GES - How to Approach Cervical Screening for Transmen and Non-Binary

The Eve Appeal - Information for Health Professionals

Cancer Research UK - Trans and non-binary cancer screening

Macmillan Cancer Support - Cervical screening

NHS - Further help and support for cervical screening

The Eve Appeal - HPV guide (HPV has no gender)

Many lesbian and bisexual women mistakenly believe they are not at risk of cervical cancer because they do not have sex with men. This is untrue and attending regular screenings is crucial.

Find out more

GOV.UK - Cervical screening for lesbian and bisexual women

SH:24 - Do I need to attend cervical screening if I’m queer?