What are the precautions for men's health check-up?

There are many diseases that can be detected at the beginning, but there are also many diseases that have a certain latent period, so you should go to the hospital for physical examinations regularly. However, many people have certain prejudices against physical examinations, thinking that if there are no symptoms of pain in the body, going to the hospital in advance is a waste of money. This is not the case. So what are the precautions for men's health examinations?

Dental examination

At least once a year, a dentist should check the age of the teeth, gums, tongue, mouth, and the presence of oral cancer. Smokers and men who chew tobacco should be checked more often.

Measuring blood pressure

If you don't have heart disease, you should have your blood pressure checked every 2 to 5 years before age 50, and every year after age 50. You should also have your blood pressure checked every year if you have a family history of high blood pressure, heart disease, sudden heart attack, or if you have diabetes or are overweight.

Cholesterol test

Blood tests can check cholesterol levels, including LDL ("bad" cholesterol) and HDL ("good" cholesterol), which can help assess your chances of developing coronary artery disease. You should have a test every year starting at age 20. If your cholesterol level is higher than normal (readings between 80/50 and 130/85 are considered normal) or if you have a family history of coronary artery disease, you should ask your doctor if you need more frequent tests.

Colon examination

The examination mainly starts at the age of 50. If the results are normal, it is generally necessary to check once every 3 to 5 years. If you have a family history of polyps, colon cancer, or ulcerative colitis, you should check more frequently.

Prostate examination

A regular digital rectal exam (DRE) directly checks your prostate for abnormal growth or tumors. A prostate-specific antigen test (PSA) measures a series of proteins hidden in the blood. If the test results are higher than normal, it may indicate the presence of cancer in the body. Although there is no official endorsement, you should have a test every year starting at age 40.

The above examinations are aimed at checking the health of men. As the breadwinners of the family, men are prone to physical and mental fatigue due to long-term labor. In order to prevent various diseases, it is recommended that male friends go to the hospital for a regular physical examination once every three months.