Sensor device, system and method for determining temperatures of different regions of a breast
The sensor device with temperature-sensitive indicators addresses the limitations of conventional breast abnormality detection methods by providing accurate, non-invasive, and reliable early detection of breast abnormalities, improving accessibility and accuracy.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- GB2023019327
- Authority / Receiving Office
- GB · GB
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-06-25
AI Technical Summary
Conventional methods for detecting breast abnormalities, such as mammography and thermography, are invasive, costly, and require specialized equipment and expertise, while home-use devices lack accuracy and reliability.
A sensor device with temperature-sensitive indicators, such as cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations, that detects temperature differences across breast regions, providing accurate and non-invasive early detection of abnormalities.
The sensor device offers safe, cost-effective, and reliable early detection of breast abnormalities, enhancing accessibility and accuracy without the need for controlled environments or specialized operators.
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TECHNICAL FIELD The present disclosure relates to sensor devices for determining temperatures of different regions of given body parts, wherein the given body part may be at least one breast. Moreover, the present disclosure relates to systems for determining temperatures of different regions of given body parts wherein the body part may be at least one breast. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to methods for determining temperatures of different regions of given body parts wherein the body part may be at least one breast. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to computer-readable storage mediums comprising software applications comprising instructions for determining temperatures of different regions of given body parts wherein the given body part is at least one breast. BACKGROUND Tumours, including breast abnormalities and diseases, often exhibit increased blood supply and metabolic activity, leading to localised high-temperature areas. Conventional methods for detecting and diagnosing such conditions in breasts include physical examinations, mammography, xenography, thermography, and the like. Such methods are generally costly, timeconsuming and invasive, and require specialized clinical settings and trained practitioners. For example, mammography and xerography that utilise x-ray scanning, demand skilled technicians, adding to the complexity and cost. Moreover, physical examinations that rely on subjective methods like probing for lumps and identifying discoloured areas, often lead to late-stage detection. Recently, measuring and comparing the temperature of different regions of the breast has been associated with diagnostic techniques for detecting abnormalities and diseases of the breast. Thermography, that is based on infrared radiation emissions, shows promise, but clinical investigations require expensive equipment and expert interpretation. However, thermography, like mammography and xenography, requires clinical investigations which involve expensive equipment and expert technicians or radiologists to analyse and interpret the results. Moreover, in a clinical setting, the temperature and humidity of the examination room must be controlled so that the patient is not stressed, patients must refrain from exposure to direct sunlight, use of cosmetics (no intervention from hairs), antiperspirants or deodorants immediately before thermography examinations. Thermal acclimation time is required for patients to achieve thermal equilibrium. The clinic in which the infrared procedure is carried out must be free from any secondary infrared sources like incandescent lamp or direct sunlight. Thermographic findings are in general compared with other clinical findings to assess for possible correlations, making the thermography process dependent on conventional clinical processes which may be invasive. An example of thermography is liquid crystal thermography which is time consuming, has low thermal sensitivity (~0.3-1.0C) and poor spatial resolution (>5mm). Simpler devices are available for use at home without the need to visit a clinic. However, such home-use devices lack accuracy, operate within limited temperature ranges, and lack reliability checks, contributing to variable results. In addition, there are no checks for the existing homeuse devices while in use or when re-used, so there is no monitoring of the reliability, accuracy, and consistency of the results. Therefore, in light of the foregoing discussion, there exists a need to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks. SUMMARY The object of the present disclosure is to provide a sensor device, a system, and a method to determine temperatures of different regions of a given body part to identify functional and structural abnormalities associated therewith as defined in the appended independent claims. Advantageous features are set out in the appended dependent claims. Throughout the description and claims of this specification, the words "comprise", "include", "have", and "contain" and variations of these words, for example "comprising" and "comprises", mean "including but not limited to", and do not exclude other components, items, integers or steps not explicitly disclosed also to be present. Moreover, the singular encompasses the plural unless the context otherwise requires. In particular, where the indefinite article is used, the specification is to be understood as contemplating plurality as well as singularity, unless the context requires otherwise. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is an illustration of a sensor device for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, wherein the given body part is at least one breast, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; FIGs. 2-6 are illustrations of different designs of sensor device when a body part is at least one breast, in accordance with different embodiments of the present disclosure; FIG. 7 is an illustration of a system for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, wherein the given body part is at least one breast, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and FIG. 8 is an illustration of a flowchart depicting steps of a method for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part wherein the given body part is at least one breast, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS The following detailed description illustrates embodiments of the present disclosure and ways in which they can be implemented. Although some modes of carrying out the present disclosure have been disclosed, those skilled in the art would recognize that other embodiments for carrying out or practising the present disclosure are also possible. In a first aspect, the present disclosure provides a sensor device for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the sensor device comprising: a first layer with a first side and a second side opposite to the first side, wherein the first layer has a hole, wherein the hole is at least one of: in the middle, towards a given side or on a corner of the first layer, a second layer arranged on the first side of the first layer, the second layer comprising at least one temperature-sensitive indicator, wherein the second layer at least partially surrounds the hole of the first layer, wherein a temperature-sensitive indicator comprises cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations, wherein the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations display colours corresponding to a temperature range, wherein colours remain following removal from the surface, a third layer arranged on the second layer, wherein the third layer is configured to protect the second layer from environmental and mechanical impacts to maintain the integrity of the second layer, wherein the sensor device is configured to determine temperatures of different regions of the given body part when at least partially in contact with the different regions of the given body part. The disclosed sensor device is a temperature-sensitive device that determines temperatures of different regions of the body part, such as breast, compared to another region of the same breast to aid clinical investigations, such as breast abnormalities e.g., breast cancer, etc., and stem cell research. When in use, i.e., when the disclosed sensor device is placed on the outer surface of the breast, the device can detect changes in temperature in different areas of the breast. The disclosed sensor device is designed to show results directly thereon or entered on a MobileApp or on a device-specific webpage for immediate interpretation. Moreover, the sensor device provides a safe, non-invasive, and cost-effective means for routinely detecting abnormalities that can be used in conjunction with or to supplement already established investigative procedures including clinical breast examinations and mammography. In a second aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the system comprising: at least one sensor device according to the first aspect; at least one camera configured to capture at least one image of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time period; and at least one processor communicably coupled to the at least one camera, wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute at least one software module to: identify, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator; recognize pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment; and determine the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part. To address the limitations of existing breast abnormality detection methods, a novel temperature-sensing system is proposed. The disclosed system aims to provide accurate, non-invasive, and reliable early detection of breast abnormalities, overcoming the challenges associated with current diagnostic techniques and improving the accessibility of breast health monitoring. The present system uses a software application to measure the temperatures of the body part. The system can position temperatures from the body part effectively to the software application. The software application significantly increases the accuracy and consistency of measurement obtained using the at least one sensor device and provides an interactive and / or easy platform to view results. The proposed system will enable precise temperature measurements, ensuring consistency and reliability without the need for controlled environments or highly specialised operators. In a third aspect, the present disclosure provides a method for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the method comprising: capturing at least one image of a first layer of at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time period; identifying, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing at least one temperature-sensitive indicator; recognizing pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment; and determining the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part. The disclosed method provides a safe, non-invasive, user-friendly, accurate, cost-effective, and reliable early detection of breast abnormalities. Moreover, the disclosed method is easy to implement, provides fast indicative results, and does not require complex or expensive equipment. Furthermore, there is no complexity in the use and there are no harmful effects. The disclosed method can be used in conjunction with or to supplement already established investigative procedures including clinical breast examinations and mammography. In a fourth aspect, the present disclosure provides a computer-readable storage medium comprising at least one software application comprising instructions for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, which when executed by a processing arrangement, causes the processing arrangement to execute steps of a method of the third aspect. Throughout the present disclosure, the term "sensor device" as used herein refers to a temperature-sensing device. The sensor device is suitably designed to be placed against a given body part such that it at least partially covers the given body part. It will be appreciated that in this regard, the sensor device is in form of a patch or contoured to be accommodated on the given body part such that it covers the whole or a part of the body part for determining temperatures of one or more regions of the given body part. Optionally, the at least one sensor device may be used in a posture comprising any one of: standing, sitting, lying down. When the body part is the at least one breast, sufferers of a breast-related disease, may have an abnormality, wherein said abnormality emits heat at a higher temperature compared to other regions of the same breast. Such abnormality could be present in at least one particular portion of the at least one breast or the whole at least one breast. The sensor device may be a size that is suitable to at least partially cover at least one breast. It will be appreciated that teachings of the present disclosure are not limited to any particular body part. However, the at least one sensor device of the present disclosure can be implemented on any part of the body to detect any potential abnormalities based upon temperature in that part. For example, when the sensor device is in contact with an area of skin of a given body part the temperature profile of the area may indicate a level of fatigue and / or a potential rupture of muscle in an underlying muscle. It may also indicate poor blood circulation, poor nerve function, inflammation or any other function that causes a local increase in temperature. The sensor device can be in contact with the body part of the user for a predefined time period. In an instance, when the body part is the at least one breast, the predefined time period may lie in a range of 5 minutes to 30 minutes. The period of time may be lower, for example, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes etc. It is sufficient for the contact of the sensor device with the given body part to be made for period of time that allows the sensor device to indicate a temperature higher than adjacent regions or areas of a given body part. This also applies wherein the give body part is wounded and therefore, the sensor device senses temperatures from any surface. For example, the sensor device senses temperatures of a wound dressing when the wound dressing is in contact with a body part. In another instance, when the body part is one of: the at least one portion of the skin, the at least one foot, the predefined time period may lie in a range of 5 minutes to 15 minutes. As an example, when the body part is one of: the at least one portion of the skin, the at least one foot, the predefined time period may be 10 minutes. In yet another instance, when the body part is the at least one testicle, the predefined time period may lie in a range of 5 minutes to 20 minutes. As an example, when the body part is the at least one testicle, the predefined time period may be 15 minutes. The sensor device comprises a first layer with a first side and a second side opposite to the first side. The first layer may cover the whole of the given body part. The first layer may not cover the entire given body part. The first layer of the sensor device may be thin, it may have a low threshold of pressure and may be in a form suitable for at least partially covering the body part. The term "first side" refers to a surface of the first layer that faces the body part, when the sensor device is in use. The term "second side" refers to another surface of the first layer which is opposite to the first side and faces away from the body part. The second side of the first layer of the sensor device is not in contact with the skin and may display a logo, a marketing brand name, or a design, such as on the second side. The first layer may be composed of a soft material that may display a logo, a marketing brand name, a design and / or a protective covering. The first layer may be made of a medical-grade flexible material (includes, but is not limited to, cotton, a polymer and polyester) that does not wrinkle, fold, or break. The first layer may be made of a polymer substrate material which offers flexibility, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. Examples of such polymer substrate material may include, but are not limited to, Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and Polyimide (PI). The first layer of the sensor device does not cause a temperature change when touched. Moreover, the sensor device comprises a second layer arranged on the first side of the first layer, the second layer comprising at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. The term "second layer" as used herein refers to a substrate layer with a first thermochromic side comprising the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator and a second side opposite to the first side, wherein the second side of the second layer contacts the first side of the first layer. The term "temperature-sensitive indicator" as used herein refers to an element that detects and measures temperature of the body part. The at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may change their composition or physical state in response to heat. For instance, the temperature-sensitive indicators could change from an opaque solid to a translucent liquid which thereby allows the visual observation of the temperature. The second layer may contain statechanging substances that display a colour corresponding to a temperature. The second layer is sensitive for a 27-41°C temperature range. Optionally, the second layer is sensitive from 27°C. Optionally, the second layer is sensitive within a temperature range of 32-36°C. In an example, the second layer is sensitive for a temperature range from 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38 or 40°C up to 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40 or 41°C. The temperatures may lie in a range of 27°C to 34°C, 27°C to 39°C, 27°C to 41°C, 30°C to 34°C, 30°C to 37°C, 30°C to 41°C, 34°C to 37°C, 34°C to 41°C, 37°C to 41°C, or similar. The second layer may be implemented as a plastic film and the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may be implemented as a coating on a first side of the plastic film to result in a thermochromic film, while a second side or a colour backing side (opposite the first side) of the second layer contacts the first side of the first layer. An entire surface of the first side of the second layer may be coated with the temperature-sensitive indicator, i.e., a sheet of a colour-changing material. Typically, such thermochromic films (namely, films bearing at least one temperature sensitive indicator on a thermochromic (first) side thereof) are designed to undergo a reversible colour change (resulting in a colour map visible through the colour backing side of the film (i.e., the second layer)) at a specific temperature range. In this regard, the second layer may include one large temperature-sensitive indicator or a plurality of small temperature-sensitive indicators. As an example, the sensor device has three temperature-sensitive indicators. Each of the three temperaturesensitive indicators are configured to determine the temperatures of the different regions of the body part. A technical benefit of this is that the at least one temperature-sensitive element efficiently determines the temperatures of different regions of the body part providing accurate results. The material of the first layer holding the second layer thereon may be a poor conductor of heat so that heat is not conducted away from the thermochromic film and the colour displayed is retained for longer. The second layer may include the temperature-sensitive indicator (coated on the first side thereof) that is initially sufficiently opaque to at least partially obscure the colour backing side of the second layer. The temperature-sensitive indicator is desirably, but not necessarily, initially completely opaque, such that the colour backing side is completely obscured. However, the temperature-sensitive indicator initially may have only partial opacity sufficient to substantially obscure the colour backing side. For example, the temperature-sensitive indicator may be cloudy rather than completely opaque. Alternatively, the temperaturesensitive indicator is desirably, but not necessarily, completely transparent after the threshold temperature has been reached, such that the colour backing side is completely visible. However, the temperaturesensitive indicator may have only partial transparency at the threshold temperature, such that the colour backing side becomes substantially visible at the threshold temperature. The second layer may include an adhesive coating on a surface of the second side to bind it to the first layer. The temperature-sensitive indicator may be placed in thermal contact (e.g., direct contact) with the body part. When the temperature of a region of the body part reaches the threshold temperature of the temperature-sensitive indicator, an observable increase in the visibility of the coloured backing side can be observed. In this regard, the second layer is required to be quite thin. In some embodiments, the second layer have a thickness in a range of 50-100pm. In an example, the temperature-sensitive indicator may display two colours: yellow to depict a temperature of the body part that is within the normal temperature range and red to depict a temperature of the body part that is higher than the normal temperature range, which would be indicative of an anomaly. In another example, the temperature-sensitive indicator may display 4 colours, with a colour gradient from yellow to red indicating upper and lower temperature ranges. In yet another example, the temperature-sensitive indicator may display more than 4 colours to allow for more precise temperature determination. The at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may be a replaceable irreversible temperature indicator strip. It may be appreciated that at least one temperature-sensitive indicator is coated onto a strip to produce the temperature indicator strip, which can be adhered to the sensor device. Herein, the term "replaceable irreversible" refers to a property of the temperature-sensitive indicator strip that undergoes a permanent colour change in response to temperature variations of the different regions of the body part and can be replaced with a new one when needed, such as when the currently in-use film may have degraded over time or where periodic maintenance and recalibration are necessary. Typically, unlike reversible temperature-sensitive indicators that can undergo multiple colour changes, the irreversible at least one temperature-sensitive indicator undergoes a permanent change in colour when exposed to a specific temperature threshold. Beneficially, such irreversible nature of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator is advantageous in applications where a clear, lasting indication of a temperature event is required. It will be appreciated that the replaceable irreversible temperature indicator strip can have applications outside the sensor device, and can be used on food packaging, packaging of medical / laboratory solutions or storage containers for biological entities (such as blood, organs, antibodies) for instance. Preferably, the temperature-sensitive indicator comprises cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations, wherein the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations display colours corresponding to a temperature range, wherein the colours remain following removal from the surface. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations may be encapsulated cholesteric liquid crystals. Instead of, or in addition to, the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations, the temperature-sensitive indicator may comprise at least one of: a thermosensitive fluid selected from a thermosensitive ink, a thermosensitive pigment, comprising a crystalline organic compound, N-phenylbenzylamine, Bromo-p-Xylene, Tetradecanol, solid solutions of halogenated nitrobenzenes including ortho-chlorinitrobenzene and orthobromonitrobenzene, or other thermochromic compounds. In this regard, the temperature-sensitive indicator may undergo a change in at least one physical property based on different temperatures of different regions of the body part. The temperature-sensitive indicator may undergo colour transformation depending upon varying temperatures across regions of the body part. As an example, the at least one temperature-sensitive material may turn its colour from blue to pink as the temperature rises across the body part. As another example, the temperature-sensitive material may turn its state from solid to liquid or vice versa. The thermosensitive fluid may be a liquid substance (the thermosensitive ink, the thermosensitive pigment). In an example, when the temperature-sensitive indicator is a thermochromic ink, said temperature-sensitive indicator may be black when the sensor device is not in use, and when the sensor device is in use, it may have different colours at different temperatures within a predefined temperature range. The thermosensitive compound is at least one of: a liquid substance, a powder substance, a solid substance, that undergoes changes in physical properties in a similar manner as the thermosensitive fluid. Wherein the temperature-sensitive indicator comprises liquid crystalline formulations, the liquid crystalline formulations comprise liquid crystal molecules, wherein an alignment of the liquid crystal molecules of the liquid crystalline formulations changes based on different temperatures of different regions of the body part. The liquid crystalline formulations are highly sensitive to temperature. For example, the liquid crystalline formulations may react to 0.1°C change in temperature. Hence, based on a type of the liquid crystalline formulations selected, the temperature profile for the body part is formed. For example, the liquid crystalline formulations may react to a difference in temperature caused by a tumour even when said tumour may not be directly adjacent to the at least one portion of the body part. The liquid crystalline formulations may be formulated to react to temperatures lying in a range of -30°C to +120°C. Wherein the temperature-sensitive indicator is a cholesteric liquid crystalline formulation, the colours displayed are indicative of a defined temperature range. Typically, molecules in cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations are arranged in layers, and each layer is twisted with respect to the adjacent layers as a result of chirality in the molecules. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations exhibit selective reflection of light based on the pitch length. The wavelength of light that matches the pitch is selectively reflected, resulting in vibrant and iridescent colours. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulation may be cholesteric esters such as cholesteryl pelargonate, cholesteryl chloride, oleyl cholesteryl carbonate, and all have colour changing properties. Multiple, pre-defined cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations with different temperature and time dependent properties, capable of transitioning into a glass state can be employed to display a temperature-dependent colour range. Once a cholesteric liquid crystalline formulation has changed into a glass state and a colour is displayed, then the original colour cannot be restored without inducing the formulation to change back to a liquid state. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations may be irreversible temperature indicators that display colours indicative of a defined temperature range. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations indicate when a maximum temperature or a thermokinetic limit of the body part, such as the breast, has been exceeded. The term "thermokinetic limit" refers to a function of temperature and time that relates to the highest temperature at which the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations decompose and change their physical state to display a colour within the sensor device. Notably, each cholesteric liquid crystalline formulation will have its own maximum temperature, known as the glass-transition temperature range. Therefore, depending on the temperature threshold of each of the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations, the physical state of the liquid crystals changes to either a pseudo-irreversible or irreversible phase of the glass phase. Multiple cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations may be employed to cover a pre-defined temperature range, for example from 25°C to 40°C, or a wider range, to detect temperature changes across different regions of the body part, such as the breast. The cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations detect temperatures within 0.5°C of a defined range. This colour change of the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations is irreversible by cooling which allows for the temperature detected thereby to be viewed at a later time. The temperature-sensitive indicator may be an adapted thermometer where a change in temperature of a temperature-sensitive indicator (for example solid solutions of halogenated nitrobenzenes, or an organic compound that is easy to manufacture and is able to change its physical state) within the adapted thermometer can be reversible, pseudo-irreversible or irreversible. The adapted thermometer will have one or more region which contains at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. The outside carrier of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may be made from a heat conducting material (such as aluminium or alloys thereof, copper, silver, gold, stainless steel or other heat-conductive materials) to allow rapid heat transfer from the area of the given body part to the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator and provide uniform temperature distribution throughout the adapted thermometer when placed on a given area of the given body part. The outside carrier of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator must have a relatively large surface area of contact with the region of the given body part and must be of a minimum thickness, but of a thickness that is adequate to preserve the structural integrity to allow rapid conduction of heat into the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. Optionally, the adapted thermometer may be disposable. The at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may further comprise at least one of: an organic dye selected from methyl violet, dibenzyl succinate, phenyl salicate and dibenzyl; a surfactant selected from cationic surfactants including fatty acid nitrogen derivatives, non-ionic surfactants including polyethyleneoxy derivatives, and anionic surfactants including sodium salts of fatty acids and their esters; and exothermic compounds. In this regard, organic compounds such as the organic dyes (for example methyl violet), dibenzyl succinate, phenyl salicate and dibenzyl are stable over long periods of time, soluble in the at least one temperaturesensitive indicators and responsive to a change in the physical state of said at least one temperature-sensitive indicators. Notably, the change in state corresponds to the known melting points of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. For the aforementioned compounds, the heat required for a change in state is minimal. Organic compounds having a lower melting point than the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator with which they are combined and thus upon heating, the generation of additional liquid from such organic compounds can facilitate the visual detection of the temperature corresponding to the change of state of the at least one at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. This decreases the time required for visual detection of the temperature of the regions of the body part, such as the breast. When the organic compound is a dye, only dyes such as oil-soluble dyes that do not adversely affect the melting ranges of the at least one at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may be used. Visual detection of any colour may be enhanced by the addition of cationic surfactants such as fatty acid nitrogen derivatives, non-ionic surfactants such as polyethyleneoxy derivatives and anionic surfactants such as sodium salts of fatty acids and their esters, and compounds which react exothermically with the temperature responsive substances. Beneficially, the additives, such as the organic dye, the surfactants, and the exothermic compounds, enhance the performance, stability, and functionality of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. For example, the additives, such as organic dyes, provide a better range of colours and the vibrancy of colour may be enhanced based on the different organic dyes used to achieve specific colour changes at different temperature ranges. Moreover, surfactants help even the dispersion and stabilisation of thermochromic particles in the thermochromic ink. Furthermore, the exothermic compounds accelerate the colour change process by generating heat. Additionally, the exothermic compounds prolong the duration of the colour change, making it more visible and sustained. Therefore, such additives enable increasing the time for which the colour map is visible on the sensor device following removal from the heat source, i.e., the breast. Additives such as polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and chiral molecules may be added to the at least one temperaturesensitive indicator. PVA is typically adhesive, flexible and film-forming and helps disperse and stabilize particles in the at least one temperaturesensitive indicator. For PVA, an additional substance is needed that allows PVA to remain liquid at high and cold temperatures alike. Chiral molecules induce chirality in the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator leading to unique optical properties thereof. Examples of exothermic compounds include iron oxide, hydrated salts of calcium (calcium chloride) and magnesium (magnesium sulphate), barium hydroxide octahydrate, sodium acetate trihydrate, lithium chloride, zeolites, and so on. Furthermore, the sensor device comprises a third layer covering the second layer. The term "third layer" as used herein refers to a thin transparent layer that lines the first side (namely, thermochromic side) of the second layer, and serves as a protective layer for the temperaturesensitive indicator. The third layer is applied when the temperaturesensitive indicator is already applied to the first side of the second layer. The third layer may be implemented as a clear plastic film. The transparency or clarity of the third layer offers several benefits in terms of protection, stability, and functionality. For example, the third layer typically protects the second layer from environmental and mechanical impacts to maintain the integrity of the second layer. Moreover, the sensor device is configured to determine a differential temperature of different regions of the given body part, when at least partially in contact with the different regions of the given body part for a predefined time period. The term "differential temperature" as used herein refers to a difference in temperature of a region of one body part that is different from the temperature of another region of the same body part. In this regard, when the given body part exhibits an abnormality or is diseased, the sensor device will detect a temperature that is higher in the abnormal / diseased region compared to a region of the given body part that does not have an abnormality or disease. The reading will be indicated by colour and digitally processed to provide an accurate result. It is advised that the sensor device is not used when the body temperature may be naturally elevated, for example following exercise or sunbathing. A technical effect of determining the temperatures of the aforementioned body parts is that body parts show a difference in temperature when the user suffers from disease, and the at least one sensor device can be used in a non-invasive manner for early-stage detection of any disease. In an embodiment, the sensor device is a wireless device that contains state-changing substances that display a colour corresponding to a particular temperature (lower temperature range appropriate for the given body parts). The at least one sensor device can be in contact with the body part of the user for a predefined time period. In an instance, when the body part is the at least one breast, the predefined time period may lie in a range of 5 minutes to 30 minutes. For example, the predefined time period is 15 minutes. The first layer may have a hole, and the second layer at least partially surrounds the hole, and wherein the hole is in middle of the first layer. When the body part is at least one breast, the hole is provided in the sensor device to accommodate a nipple region of a breast, wherein the nipple region is placed through said hole. In such an arrangement, the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator surrounds the hole or be arranged in sections to at least partially or completely cover all regions of the breast, including regions which may contain an abnormality. The hole could be in the middle of the device, towards a given side of the device or on a corner of the device depending upon a desired application of the sensor device on the breast. A technical effect of designing the sensor device in such a manner is that the potential region of occurrence of abnormality is covered by the sensor device at least partially or completely. A diameter of the first layer is in range from 8 cm to 16 cm and a diameter of the hole is in a range from 0.5 cm to 2 cm. Optionally, the diameter of the first layer may for example range from 8 cm to 10 cm, 8 cm to 12 cm, 8 cm to 14 cm, 8 cm to 16 cm, 10 cm to 12 cm, 10 cm to 16 cm, 12 cm to 14 cm, 12 cm to 16 cm or 14 cm to 16 cm. Optionally, the diameter of the hole may range from 0.5 cm to 0.75, 0.5 cm to 1.0 cm, 0.5 cm to 1.25 cm, 0.5 cm to 1.5 cm, 0.5 cm to 1.75 cm, 0.5 cm to 2.0 cm, 1.0 cm to 1.25 cm, 1.0 cm to 1.5 cm, 1.0 cm to 1.75 cm, 1.0 cm to 2.0 cm, 1.5 cm to 1.75 cm or 1.5 cm to 2 cm. In an example, the diameter of the first layer is 14 cm and the diameter of the hole is 1 cm. The sensor device may further comprise at least two slits, wherein the sensor device is in the shape of a circular disc. The at least two slits are cut from a perimeter edge of the circular disc, and the at least two slits are at a predefined distance away from the hole. In an instance, the at least two slits are in the shape of an acute triangle. For example, an interior angle of the acute triangle may be 4°, and two exterior angles opposite to each other may be 91° and 94°, respectively. In another instance, the at least two slits are in the shape of a rectangle, wherein the at least two slits are diametrically opposite to each other. For example, a length and a width of the at least two slits may be 5 cm and 0.7 cm, respectively. The sensor device may further comprise a fourth layer provided on the second side of the first layer, wherein the fourth layer comprises a unique identifier. Herein, the term "fourth layer" refers to an identification layer that comprises a unique identifier such as a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) marker, a quick response (QR) code, an alphanumeric code, a noise pattern, etc., that can be associated with a sensor device in repeated use for a specific user. The unique identifier could also be used to ensure a condition of the at least one sensor device prior to use. For example, the unique identifier may be used to ensure the at least one device is working properly. It may be appreciated that the user may be registered with a given unique identifier for future uses of the sensor device to maintain, for example, in a database, the temperature data of the user to identify the progression of a medical condition being studied. The technical benefit of the unique identifier on the sensor device is associated with the measurement obtained using the sensor device. The association of the measurements with the unique identifier prevents future interpretation using the sensor device in case the sensor device is designed to be used only once, thereby solving the problem of multiple uses of a single sensor device. The multiple uses of the same sensor device might significantly decrease the accuracy of the results. Therefore, the sensor device is restricted to single-use only until certain checks are provided by the user. The sensor device may further comprise: a fifth layer arranged on the third layer, wherein the fifth layer is arranged to contact the different regions of the body; and a sixth layer arranged on the second side of the first layer, wherein the sixth layer is at least partially transparent to enable imaging of: the second layer through the second side of the first layer; and the unique identifier of the fourth layer. In this regard, the term "fifth layer" as used herein refers to a contact layer that contacts the body part. The fifth layer is typically a biocompatible contact layer to ensure no allergies or discomfort to the body part contacted thereby. The contact between the temperature-sensitive device and the region of the body part may be made by an adhesive or a non-adhesive means. In case where the contact is made using the adhesive, the surface in contact with the given body part may have an inert (non-harmful to skin), biocompatible, bio-medical adhesive outer layer. Examples of the adhesive layer may include, but are not limited to, a medical grade adhesive, a liquid bandage adhesive, and an acrylic adhesive. Optionally, the adhesive layer may be composed of an acrylic or silicon compound. The adhesive may be provided on another side of the third layer opposite to a side thereof that lines the thermochromic side of the second layer. Alternatively, the adhesive may be applied as a layer on the body part directly for adhering the sensor device to the body part. Moreover, the adhesive layer may be cleaned with a water and soap solution or a medical grade detergent after use and will remain adhesive to allow for re-use. Optionally, the adhesive layer may have a peelable outer layer that protects the adhesive layer from contacting surfaces for which the sensor device is not intended for use (such as the body parts other than the given body part, packaging, storage aids and any nonhuman organisms) and to prevent debris (for example airborne components such as dust and fibres and non-visible and microscopic entities such as bacteria and viruses) sticking to the surface the adhesive layer. The surface in contact with the given body part may have a non-adhesive, but non-slip outer layer on the soft outer layer of the soft foam pad to allow for secure and direct contact with the given body part outer skin layer. The non-adhesive, but non-slip outer layer may be rubber or a PVC foam. The non-adhesive, but non-slip outer layer may be cleaned with a water and soap solution or medical grade detergent after use and will remain adhesive to allow for re-use. It may be appreciated that the adhesive or the non-adhesive contact layer may have a peelable layer that protects the adhesive or the non-adhesive layer from sticking to surfaces for which the device is not intended for use and to prevent debris from sticking to the surface thereof when not in use. A thickness of the first layer may be selected in such a manner such that the thermochromic side of the sensor device may adhere to the body part by friction and / or gravity. A technical effect of making a contact between the first side and the body part is that any additional heat generated due to at least one abnormality can be measured to determine if the body part is diseased. Moreover, the term "sixth layer" as used herein refers to a topmost protective layer that prevents the other elements of the sensor device from external effects. The sixth layer may be at least partially transparent (or translucent) to allow the underneath layers to be visible to the user or any other person associated with the user. For example, the at least partially transparent sixth layer allows imaging of the second layer through the second side of the first layer. The sixth layer may be composed of a soft material that may display a logo, a marketing brand name, a design and / or a covering, such as the fourth layer bearing the unique identifier, the second layer, etc. The sixth layer of the sensor device does not cause a temperature change when touched. Temperature reading is only obtained from the surface (i.e., the thermochromic side) of the sensor device in contact with the body part. When in use, a temperature map can be viewed on the outer surface of the device (i.e., on the surface not in contact with the body part) without the need of at least one camera or at least one processor. Thus, a professional, such as a doctor, nurse or technician does not need to apply a further processing step in order to interpret the result. A technical effect of the sixth layer is that it is essential for capturing temperature-sensitive information from different regions of the body. It facilitates imaging of the unique identifier on the fourth layer. The transparency of the sixth layer enables the camera or imaging device to capture the unique identifier, which may be a QR code, alphanumeric code, RFID marker, or noise pattern, as mentioned in the context of the invention. When in use, the colour is visible on the thermochromic film and can be viewed through the transparent top layer of the device. An image of the colour map displayed on the thermochromic film can be captured by a camera. The camera is communicably coupled to a processing unit (namely at least one processor) which assigns values to the pixels of the image and thus determines the temperature of the different regions of the given body parts. The results are processed and will be available to the user via a device specific software application. Moreover, the sensor device is reusable and is not disposable. The sensor device can withstand mild soap solutions and medical grade detergents, thus the sensor device can be easily cleaned and re-used in a hygienic manner. It will be appreciated that the sensor device is to be used according to certain instructions, for enabling accurate measurements. These instructions relate to the removal of packaging of the sensor device, a required operating temperature of the sensor device, a manner in which the sensor device is to be placed on the body part, how to use the sensor device how to hold the sensor device when in use, body posture of the user when using the sensor device, how to remove the sensor device after the use, and the like. In an example, a range of thermal sensitivity of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may affect the operating temperature range of the sensor device. The operating temperature could lie in the operating temperature range of 27°C to 41°C. Therefore, in order to achieve a predefined efficiency of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator, the user may be instructed to store the sensor device in one of: a refrigerator, at a room temperature below 26°C away from any source of heat including heat generating lights to achieve optimum performance by the temperature-sensitive indicator. The sensor device may be surface printed, wherein the coating of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator may be transferred through a mesh screen onto the first side of the second layer of the sensor device, which is then bonded with the first side of the first layer, such as by using an adhesive. In this regard, a design may be cut out of a thin, strong material and then the coating of the temperature-sensitive indicator is forced through the mesh screen onto the first side of the second layer using a scraping tool. Herein, the coating of the temperature-sensitive indicator is forced by any one of: rubbing, rolling, spraying onto the first side of the second layer. A technical effect of surface printing the sensor device is that the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator is manufactured in an intricate and in a precise manner wherein fine details are reproduced accurately. Another technical effect of surface printing the sensor device is that said surface printing offers flexibility to print various shapes, patterns of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator on the first side of the second layer, thereby making the surface printing ideal for customization. The present disclosure also relates to the system as described above. Various embodiments and variants disclosed above, with respect to the aforementioned sensor device, apply mutatis mutandis to the system. The term "at least one camera" as used herein refers to an imaging device configured to capture at least one image of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time period. The temperature-sensitive indicator exhibits a visual colour upon contact with the given body part corresponding to an increased temperature thereof. The at least one camera takes an image of the temperaturesensitive indicator and feeds this to the at least one processor to assign a temperature measurement to the colours displayed across said regions of the body part. Optionally, the at least one camera is a Red-Green-Blue (RGB) camera, a grayscale camera, or the like. The at least one camera captures the at least one image of the first side of the first layer, which are visible in the at least one image due the at least partial transparency (translucency) of the first layer. The at least one image is captured within the given time period upon removal of contact between the at least one sensor device from the body part. The given time period may lie in a range of 0-15 minutes. The given time period is determined based upon the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator used in the at least one sensor device. The given time period is determined such that a visual effect produced by the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator does not get diminished and the at least one image of the first side is captured properly by the at least one camera to further interpret results of the at least one sensor device. It may be appreciated that the at least one camera could be embodied through a singular device, for example, a user's camera smartphone and the like. The term "processor" as used herein relates to a computational element that is operable to respond to and process instructions. The at least one processor, in operation, implements the method for determining the difference in temperatures of different regions of the body part. Furthermore, the term "processor" may refer to one or more individual processors, processing devices and various elements associated with a processing device that may be shared by other processing devices. Such processors, processing devices and elements may be arranged in various architectures for responding to and executing the steps of the method. The at least one processor is communicably coupled to the at least one camera. The processor is communicably coupled to the camera and could receive the image from the camera as a video, image, or live stream. Preferably, the processor is communicatively coupled to the camera via a communication network. The communication network may be wired, wireless, or a combination thereof. The communication network could be an individual network or a combination of multiple networks. Examples of the communication network may include, but are not limited to, the Internet, a local network (such as, a TCP / IP-based network, an Ethernetbased local area network, an Ethernet-based personal area network, a Wi-Fi network, and the like), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs), a telecommunication network, and a short-range radio network (such as Bluetooth®). Moreover, the at least one processor is configured to execute at least one software module to: identify, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator; recognize pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment; and determine the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part. In this regard, the at least one processor implements the method for determining the differences in temperature of regions of the given body part. The at least one processor identifies, the image segment representing the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator and analyses it for variations in colour (i.e., a colour gradient) of the at least one temperature-sensitive element, both prior to usage and when in use. The at least one processor identifies the image segment by employing an image processing algorithm. A given image processing algorithm could be an object identification algorithm or a feature detection algorithm. Post image segment identification, the at least one processor is configured to recognize pixel values of pixels in the image segment. The term "pixel value" of a pixel refers to colour information represented by the pixel. The colour information may be indicative of the colour gradient, which may be predefined and calibrated for differences in temperature of the given body part. Calibration can depend on an implementation of at least one of: the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator, a thickness of the first layer. The colour information may be expressed as Red-Green-Blue (RGB) colour component values, grayscale values, or similar. Notably, the RGB colour component values of a given colour component in the at least one image segment may lie in a range of 0-256. The grayscale values of the at least one image segment may lie in a range of 0-1. As an exemplary implementation, when body part is at least one breast, the at least one camera may capture an image of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator. The at least one processor is configured to analyse different temperatures of the breasts, dissected into comparative sections (i.e., the at least one image segment) of each breast to provide an indication of the temperature of the left breast and the right breast at comparative locations. The processor is configured to execute at least one software application for implementing the processing task through a singular device, such as a smartphone. The software application could be a single software application or multiple software applications. The software application may be implemented as an application for a mobile device such as, but not limited to, a smartphone. The software application reads and interprets results from the image fed by the camera. The image captured has pixels of varying pixel values. Such interpretation may be made via the comparison of the value (i.e., the colour) of a particular pixel or groups of pixels in the image with the expected pixel value (i.e., colour) that represents the temperature of the given body part. Such interpretation can be made by mapping each pixel of the image to identify its value and based on the calibration of the temperature-sensitive indicator, the corresponding temperature of a particular pixel value is retrieved by virtue of the corresponding colour. The temperature which corresponds to the pixel value is assigned, creating a map of temperature distribution of the given body part in contact with the temperature sensitive device. Furthermore, the at least one processor determines the temperatures of different regions of the body part. The at least one image has pixels of varying pixel values. Each of the pixel values of the at least one image determines the corresponding temperature of the body part. In an example, the at least one image segment may have three regions of varying colours, wherein for example, a first region may be orange, a second region may be pink and a third region may be yellow. Amongst these three regions, the orange region may be the region with a highest temperature, the yellow region may be the region with a lowest temperature amongst the three regions. In another example, the at least one image segment may have three regions. A first region may have a pixel value of 0.2, a second region may have a pixel value of 0.24 and a third region may have a pixel value of 0.8. Amongst three regions, the third region may be the region with the highest temperature indicating a potential abnormality in the corresponding region of the body part. The software identifies lower and higher temperature boundaries within a region by reading the corresponding pixel values within a given range. The temperature threshold value could lie in a range of 35°C to 38°C. For example, values with a temperature difference lower than a fraction of a degree Celsius, but not including 0°C (for example, 0.25°C, 0.5°C, 0 75°c), or values up to but not including 2°C (for example 1.25°C, 1.5°C, 1.75°C) may be considered lower and higher temperature boundaries within the same region. This depends on a previous calibration of the software. Such calibration may be added as a strip adhered to the sensor device (for example adhered by glue) or directly printed onto the device (for example at an edge). Once the different temperature thresholds of the regions of the given body part are established, the software can indicate whether a region within the given body part is of a higher temperature, and therefore is an indication of a potential anomaly. For example, this may be a region of a relatively higher concentration of pixels in a colour map (i.e., temperature map) with a relative temperature difference from neighbouring regions of 1 degree Celsius or 1.5°C. The at least one processor may be further configured to: for each region amongst the different regions of the given body part, determine whether a temperature of said region exceeds a predefined temperature threshold value; and generate a thermal map of the given body part based on the temperature profile of the given body part, wherein the thermal map indicates any region whose temperature exceeds the predefined temperature threshold value. Herein, the term "differential temperature profile" refers to a detailed analysis of temperature variations across different regions or points within that specific body part. This kind of analysis is often conducted using thermal imaging technology or other temperature-sensing devices. The term "thermal map" is a representation of the temperature distribution over a specific area, herein one or more regions of a given body part. The thermal map could represent the temperature profile of different regions of the given body part. The thermal map could be a colour map or a grayscale map. A technical benefit of a thermal map is that the results generated by the sensor device are presented in a form, which can be accurately read and understood. Beneficially, in medical imaging, identifying abnormal temperature patterns in the human body aids in associating the regions with abnormal temperature patterns with a potential medical condition. The predefined temperature threshold value in terms of body temperature is a reference point or limit beyond which a person's body temperature is considered abnormal. Body temperature is a critical physiological parameter, and deviations from the normal range can indicate various health conditions, including fever or hypothermia. The threshold values can vary depending on the method of temperature measurement (e.g., oral, rectal, tympanic, or forehead), the age of the individual, and other factors. Notably, a normal temperature for breasts is 37°C however like other parts of the body, this temperature can vary. When the temperature of said region exceeds the predefined temperature threshold value, that may indicate that said region could potentially have an abnormality. The presence of the abnormality in the body part often results in additional heat generation through abnormal metabolic activity, therefore, a change in the temperature of the body part could mark the presence of potential abnormality in the body part. The temperature threshold value could lie in a range of 35°C to 38°C. The temperature threshold value lies in a range of 35°C to 36°C, 35°C to 37°C, 35°C to 38°C, 35.5°C to 36.5°C, 35.5°C to 37°C, 35.5°C to 37.5°C, 36°C to 37°C, 36°C to 38°C, 36.5°C, 37.5°C, 36.5°C to 38°C, or similar. Further, the at least one processor generates a thermal map based upon the temperature profile of the body part. The thermal map is a representation of the temperature profile of different regions of the body part with a temperature that exceeds the predefined temperature threshold value. The thermal map is at least one of: a colour map, a grayscale map, or the like. As an example, the thermal map may have three regions. Two regions out of the three regions may have the same colour, say for example, blue, and a third region may be yellow. Therefore, the yellow region of the thermal map may indicate an abnormality in the corresponding region of the body part. Advantageously, the technical benefit of this is that the results of the at least one sensor device that are generated in the form of the thermal map, can be accurately read, and understood. The system further comprises at least one user device communicably coupled to the at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to send, to the at least one user device, at least one of: the temperatures of different regions of the given body part and a thermal map of the given body part for presentation on the at least one user device. The at least one user device has a display. A user interface (UI) is rendered on the display in order to display the results, such that the user can easily and accurately view the results. Examples of a given user device include, but are not limited to, a smartphone, a smartwatch, a tablet computer, a laptop computer, a desktop computer, an infotainment device, and a personal digital assistant. The at least one processor is communicatively coupled to the at least one user device via the communication network. The at least one processor sends the temperatures of the different regions of the body part to the user device. On the UI rendered on the display of the at least one user device, the temperatures of the different regions of the body part may be visually represented in form of one or more of a table, a histogram, a schematic, a heat map, and the like. Further, the at least one processor sends the thermal map and the test temperatures measured by the infrared temperature measurement device to the user device. The at least one user device may comprise the at least one camera. For example, a mobile phone equipped with camera can be used to read the temperatures of different regions of the body part by taking a picture of the first side of the base of the at least one sensor device using the camera as well as view the temperatures determined upon processing. A processor of the at least one user device may be employed for the processing. In such a case, a single user device may be beneficially used for implementing the camera as well as the at least one processor of the system. The technical advantage of this is that the results obtained by the system can be efficiently captured and viewed using the at least one user device making the system of the present disclosure very compact and easy to use. The at least one camera may be configured to capture at least one identification image representing a unique identifier of a fourth layer, wherein the at least one processor is configured to: identify the unique identifier in the at least one identification image; associate the temperatures of different regions of the given body part that are determined, to the unique identifier; and perform one of: block future interpretation of sensed temperatures from the at least one sensor device, permit future interpretation of sensed temperatures from the at least one sensor device upon successful reuse actions being implemented. In this regard, the at least one camera captures the at least one identification image that includes the unique identifier. The at least one identification image comprising the unique identifier is received by the at least one processor via the communication network. The at least one processor identifies and associates the unique identifier on the at least one sensor device with the temperatures of different regions of the breast determined using the at least one sensor device. The at least one processor also records the number of appearances of the unique identifier which is essential to determine the number of uses of the at least one sensor device. The unique identifier could also be used to ensure a condition of the at least one sensor device prior to use. For example, the unique identifier may be used to ensure the at least one device is working properly, or whether it is a single-use sensor device, or a reusable sensor device, etc. Furthermore, the at least one processor may be configured to block future interpretation of the sensed temperatures from the at least one sensor device. The at least one processor can only interpret temperatures of different regions of the body part which are associated with the unique identifier. Further, the at least one processor permits future interpretation of sensed temperatures from the at least one sensor device upon successful reuse actions being performed. The reuse actions could be performed by the user, for example, after a reuse action of replacing the unique identifier with another one. The at least one processor may associate the sensed data with a new unique identifier and allow interpretation of the temperatures. The at least one processor may allow reuse of the at least one sensor device only after a reuse action of a predefined check or confirmations is / are made by the user. In this regard, the at least one processor could prompt the user to provide any input value in order to enable another use of the at least one sensor device. As an example, the input value may be an ambient temperature of a place where the at least one sensor is being used. In case, the ambient temperature is less than 25°C, reuse may be permitted owing to a reduced chance of user perspiration. As another example, the input value may be the sensed temperature of a previous measurement of the sensor device. In case, the previous temperatures of any region of the body part are not above the temperature threshold value, the reuse may be allowed, as the at least one temperature-sensitive element will not impact the accuracy of future detection of temperatures. The technical benefit of this is that the unique identifier on the at least one sensor device is associated with the measurement obtained using the at least one sensor device. The association of the measurements with the unique identifier prevents future interpretation using the at least one sensor device, thereby solving the problem of multiple uses of the at least one sensor device. The multiple uses might significantly decrease the accuracy of the results. Therefore, the at least one sensor device is restricted to singleuse only until certain checks are provided by the user. Owing to the above, the accuracy of the system is significantly improved. The at least one processor may be further configured to process the at least one identification image to: determine at least one usage parameter associated with the use of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one usage parameter is selected from at least one of: a given body part for use, a total number of uses, a number of current uses, a remaining number of uses, a predefined temperature range for storing the at least one sensor device when not in use, a time period of use; and associate the at least one usage parameter to the unique identifier. In this regard, the at least one identification image is used to know details regarding the at least one sensor device prior to usage. The at least one identification image is processed in real time or in near-real time. Herein, the at least one sensor device may be designed based on the body part with which said at least one sensor device is to be in contact. Hence, the at least one identification image is processed to extract information regarding the body part for which the at least one sensor device is to be used for and provide said information to the user regarding the body part in a form of a text, a code, a number, an alphanumeric text, or an image. Upon processing the at least one identification image, historical data may be provided to the user in the form of the number of times the at least one sensor device has been used, and the total number of times the at least one sensor device can be used. Herein, the number of times, the remaining number of times, and the total number of times are finite numeric values, wherein the total number of times is used as a reference value. The remaining number of times is a difference between the number of times the at least one sensor device has been used and the total number of times the at least one sensor device can be used. For example, the total number of times the at least one sensor device may be used for is 4 times. The number of times the at least one sensor device has already been used for may be 3 times. Hence, the remaining number of times for the future use of the at least one sensor device is 1 time. Additionally, upon processing the at least one identification image, the predefined temperature range for storing the at least one sensor device is provided, when not in use, such that a performance of the at least one sensor device does not deteriorate. The predefined temperature range could lie in a range of 4°C to 12°C. The predefined temperature range lies in a range of 4°C to 6°C, 4°C to 8°C, 4°C to 10°C, 4°C to 12°C, 6°C to 8°C, 6°C to 10°C, 6°C to 12°C, 8°C to 10°C, 8°C to 12°C, 10°C to 12°C, or similar. Additionally, the term "time period" refers to a period of time after which the at least one sensor device will expire, i.e., an accuracy with which the at least one sensor device determines the temperature of the body part, reduces. Herein, the time period may be a week, 15 days, a month, 2 months, 4 months, 8 months, 12 months, 24 months, and similar. A technical effect of determining the at least one usage parameter is that detailed information about the at least one sensor device is provided to the user, so that the user can make an informed decision regarding usage of the at least one sensor device. The at least one processor associates the at least one usage parameter by way of connecting or linking it to the unique identifier, wherein the at least one processor correlates the at least one usage parameter to the corresponding unique identifier. The at least one processor may be further configured to send to the at least one user device, the at least one usage parameter, for presentation on the at least one user device. The at least one camera may be configured to capture at least one given body part image of the user, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to: identify features of the given body part that are represented in the at least one body image; digitally superimpose at least one virtual object on the at least one given body part image for enabling correct placement of the at least one sensor device on the given body part; and send the at least one given body part image having the at least one virtual object superimposed thereon to the at least one user device for display thereat. In this regard, the features could be edges, shapes, sizes, colours of different regions, or the like. The at least one processor may be configured to identify the features of the body part that are represented in the at least one body image using at least one feature detection algorithm. A given feature detection algorithm may be at least one of: an edge-detection algorithm, a corner-detection algorithm, a blob-detection algorithm, a feature descriptor algorithm. Further, the at least one processor is configured to digitally superimpose the virtual object on the different regions of the at least one body image, as required. The virtual object is a computer-generated object used to indicate different features of the body part that are represented in the at least one body image. The virtual object could be a geometric shape, an arrow, a pattern, or similar, that enables correct placement of the at least one sensor device on the body part. As an example, the virtual object may be the arrow pointing towards the nipple region of the body part. As another example, the virtual object may be a circle encircling an outer region of the body part. The at least one body image superimposed with the virtual object may be an augmented reality image. Further, the at least one processor is configured to send the at least one augmented reality image to the user device in order to be displayed. The technical benefit of this is that the augmented reality image is utilised to provide accurate positioning of the at least one sensor device on the body part of the user thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of the results. The at least one processor is configured to, for different regions of a given body part, compare a first temperature of a first region with a second temperature of a second region to determine a temperature difference therebetween. In this regard, the at least one sensor device may comprise a first sensor device and a second sensor device, wherein the first sensor device may be used for determining first temperatures of the first region of a given body part and the second sensor device may be used for determining second temperatures of a different region, i.e., the second region, of the same body part. The at least one processor may be further configured to determine whether the temperature difference between the two regions exceeds a predefined difference. When the temperature difference exceeds the predefined difference for a given region of a body part, the at least one processor may be configured to indicate a possibility of an abnormality in that region, first or second region. The predefined difference could lie in a range of 0.5 to 2.5°C. The predefined difference could lie in a range of 0.5 to 1°C, 0.5 to 1.5°C, 0.5 to 2°C, 0.75 to 1.5°C, 0.75 to 2°C, 0.75 to 2.5°C, 1 to 1.5°C, 1 to 2°C, 1.5 to 2°C, 1.5 to 2.5°C, or similar. In an example, the temperature difference between two regions of each of the body part may be equal to or greater than 2°C, which may relate to an abnormality in the body part. The technical benefit of this is that the at least one sensor device is able to detect the abnormality accurately. The system as disclosed above provides a kit to check for abnormalities in the body part by determining temperatures of various regions of a given body part. The system of the present disclosure is an early detection system that is safe, reliable, economical, accurate, and easier to use than conventional systems. The system is effectively used to routinely monitor for abnormalities in the body part and is intended to be used as an adjunct to other procedures, including established procedures, for the detection of diseases. For example, when the body part is the at least one breast, the established procedures are clinical breast examination and mammography. The system can be efficiently used for users of all ages. The present disclosure also relates to the method as described above. Various embodiments and variants disclosed above, with respect to the aforementioned sensor device and the aforementioned system, apply mutatis mutandis to the method. The present disclosure also relates to the computer-readable storage medium as described above. Various embodiments and variants disclosed above, with respect to the aforementioned sensor device, the aforementioned system, and the aforementioned method, apply mutatis mutandis to the computer-readable storage medium. The term "computer-readable storage medium" as used herein refers to a non-transitory machine-readable data storage medium upon which a software product comprising program instructions are stored. Examples of the non-transitory machine-readable data storage medium includes, but are not limited to, an electronic storage device, a magnetic storage device, an optical storage device, an electromagnetic storage device, a semiconductor storage device, a portable computer diskette, a hard disk, a random access memory (RAM), a read-only memory (ROM), an erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or Flash memory), a static random access memory (SRAM), a portable compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM), a digital versatile disk, a memory stick, a floppy disk, a mechanically encoded device such as punch-cards or raised structures in a groove having instructions recorded thereon, or any suitable combination thereof. The program instructions stored on the non-transitory machine-readable data storage medium can direct the processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the processing device executes processing steps for remotely monitoring a plurality of sub-systems. The term "processing arrangement" as used herein refers to a device that is capable of processing the program instructions of the computer program product. Optionally, the processing device is implemented as a part of the at least one user device. The processing device may, for example, be a microprocessor, a microcontroller, a processing unit, or similar. Notably the processing arrangement may be the processor of the system (as described above) or associated with an external device communicably coupled to the system. It may be appreciated that the at least one software application is preferably implemented as an application for a user device (such as a smartphone) associated with a user. Such a user device is capable of a plurality of functions including, but not limited to, camera capabilities, software functions, computer functions, network connectives. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Referring to FIG. 1, illustrated is a sensor device 100 for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the sensor device 1OO comprises a first layer 102 with a first side 102A and a second side 102B opposite to the first side 102A; a second layer 104 arranged on the first side 102A of the first layer 102, the second layer 104 comprising at least one temperature-sensitive indicator 104A; and a third layer 106 covering the second layer 104, wherein the sensor device 100 is configured to determine temperatures of different regions of the given body part when at least partially in contact with the different regions of the given body part. Referring to FIGs. 2-6, there are shown schematic illustrations of different designs of sensor device 200, 300, 400, 500 and 600, respectively, when a body part is at least one breast, in accordance with different embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in FIG. 2, the sensor device 200 is a circular disc comprising a hole 202, and at least two slits (depicted as slits 204A, 204B, 204C and 204D). The slits 204A-D are cut from a perimeter edge of the circular disc, and is at a predefined distance away from the hole 202. When the sensor device 200 is arranged to contact at least one breast, the hole 202 is provided in the sensor device 200 to accommodate a nipple region of each breast, wherein the nipple region is placed through said hole 200. In such arrangement, the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator (depicted as temperature-sensitive indicators 206A, 206B, 206C and 206D) surrounds the hole 202 or be arranged in sections to at least partially or completely cover all regions of the breast, including regions which may contain an abnormality. As shown, the slits 204A-D are in a shape of a rectangle, wherein the slit 204A and the slit 204C are diametrically opposite to each other, and the slit 204B and the slit 204D are diametrically opposite to each other. As shown in FIG. 3, the sensor device 300 comprises a first layer 302 having a first side 302A, a second side (not shown) opposite to the first side 302A, a temperature-sensitive indicator 304 surrounding a hole 306. The temperature-sensitive indicator 304 is implemented as a coating on a second layer 308 of the sensor device 300 arranged on the first side 302A of the sensor device 300. Moreover, the first layer 302 comprises a peelable element 310. The elements of the sensor device 300 that are common to sensor devices of FIGs. 4, 5, and 6, have been referred to with same numbering as in FIG. 3, for sake of simplicity. As shown in FIG. 4, the sensor device 400 comprises three temperaturesensitive elements 402A, 402B and 402C implemented as coatings on the first side 302. As shown in FIG. 5, the sensor device 500 comprises a unique identifier 502 provided on the first side 302A of the first layer 302. Referring to FIG. 6, there is shown the second side 602 of the first layer 302 of the sensor device 600. The second side 602 is opposite to the first side 302A. Further, a hole 306 and a protruded portion of the peelable element 310 is visible from the second side 602. As shown in FIGs. 3-6, the slits 312A-B are in a shape of an acute triangle, wherein angles of the acute triangle are depicted as an interior angle A, and exterior angles B and C. For example, the interior angle A may be 41°, the exterior angle B may be 91° and the exterior angle C may be 96°. FIG. 2, FIG. 3, FIG. 4, FIG. 5, and FIG. 6 are merely examples, which should not unduly limit the scope of the claims herein. A person skilled in the art will recognize many variations, alternatives, and modifications of embodiments of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 7, illustrated is a system 700 for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the system 700 comprises at least one sensor device such as 702; at least one camera 704, configured to capture at least one image of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time period; at least one processor 706, communicably coupled to the at least one camera 704, wherein the at least one processor 706 is configured to execute at least one software module to: identify, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator of the at least one sensor device; recognize pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment; and determine the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part. The system 700 further comprises at least one user device 708 communicably coupled to the at least one processor 706, wherein the at least one processor 706 is further configured to send, to the at least one user device 708, at least one of: the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, a thermal map of the given body part, test temperatures of different regions of the given body part, for presentation on the at least one user device 708. Referring to FIG. 8, illustrated is a flowchart depicting steps of a method for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, in 5 accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. At step 802, at least one image of the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator of the at least one sensor device, is captured within a given time period. At step 804, at least one segment representing at least one temperaturesensitive indicator of the at least one sensor device in the at least one 10 image is identified. At step 806, one or more pixel values of one or more pixels in the at least one segment is recognized. At step 808, the temperatures of different regions of the given body part are determined, based on the one or more pixel values in the at least one image segment.
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1. A sensor device for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the sensor device comprising:a first layer with a first side and a second side opposite to the first side,wherein the first layer has a hole,wherein the hole is at least one of: in the middle, towards a given side or on a corner of the first layer, a second layer arranged on the first side of the first layer, the second layer comprising at least one temperature-sensitive indicator,wherein the second layer at least partially surrounds the hole of the first layer,wherein a temperature-sensitive indicator comprises cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations,wherein the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations display colours corresponding to a temperature range,wherein colours remain following removal from the surface,a third layer arranged on the second layer, wherein the third layer is configured to protect the second layer from environmental and mechanical impacts to maintain the integrity of the second layer, wherein the sensor device is configured to determine temperatures of different regions of the given body part when at least partially in contact with the different regions of the given body part.
2. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, wherein a diameter of the first layer is in range from 8 cm to 16 cm and a diameter of the hole is in a range from 0.5 cm to 2 cm.
3. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the contact is made to the region of the body part by an adhesive or nonadhesive means.
4. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the second side of the first layer does not cause a temperature change when touched or in contact with an external heat source.
5. A sensor device according to any of the claims any of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator is sensitive for a 27-41°C temperature range.
6. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the cholesteric liquid crystalline formulations display colours that remain for up to 120 seconds following removal of the sensor device from the given body part.
7. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, further comprising a fourth layer provided on the second side of the first layer, wherein the fourth layer comprises a unique identifier.
8. A sensor device according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the body part is at least one breast.
9. A system for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the system comprising:at least one sensor device according to claims 1-8,at least one camera configured to capture at least one image of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time; andat least one processor communicably coupled to the at least one camera, wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute at least one software module to:identify, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing the at least one temperature-sensitive indicator;recognize pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment;determine the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part;generate a thermal map of the given body part based on the temperature profile of the given body part, wherein the thermal map indicates any region whose temperature exceeds the predefined temperature threshold value; andsend to the at least one user device, at least one of: the temperatures of different regions of the given body part and a thermal map of the given body part for presentation on the at least one user device.
10. A system according to claim 9, wherein the at least one camera being configured to capture at least one identification image representing a unique identifier of a fourth layer, wherein the at least one processor is configured to:identify the unique identifier in the at least one identification image; andassociate the temperatures of different regions of the given body part with the unique identifier.
11. A system according to claim 9, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to process the at least one identification image to: determine at least one usage parameter associated with the use of the at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one usage parameter is selected from at least one of: a given body part foruse, a total number of uses, a number of current uses, a remaining number of uses, a predefined temperature range for storing the at least one sensor device when not in use, a time period of use; and associate the at least one usage parameter with the unique identifier.
12. A system according to any of the claims 9 to 11, wherein the at least one camera is configured to capture at least one given body part image of the user, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to:identify features of the given body part that are represented in the at least one body image;digitally superimpose at least one virtual object on the at least one given body part image for enabling correct placement of the at least one sensor device on the given body part; andsend the at least one given body part image having the at least one virtual object superimposed thereon to the at least one user device for display thereat.
13. A method for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, the method comprising:capturing at least one image of a first layer of at least one sensor device, wherein the at least one image is captured within a given time;identifying, in the at least one image, at least one image segment representing at least one temperature-sensitive indicator;recognizing pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment; anddetermining the temperatures of different regions of the given body part, based on the pixel values of pixels in the at least one image segment to form a temperature profile of the given body part.
14. A computer-readable storage medium comprising at least one software application comprising instructions for determining temperatures of different regions of a given body part, which when executed by a processing arrangement, causes the processing 5 arrangement to execute steps of a method of claim 13.
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