Women often neglect the opportunity to check up on their health. It can be difficult to find the time, or anxiety may take over. However, as you age, it is important to prioritise your health and check in with your body every now and then.
A well woman check is an opportunity for you to check on various parts of your health and to identify any health issues that you may be in high-risk categories for. Here is what may be checked during one of these appointments:
Questions
Firstly, you should be prepared for the health professional to ask you some questions regarding your height, weight, family health history, medications, current health issues etc. It is important to give the health professional these accurate answers in order for them to gain a better insight to your risks and potential causes.
Gynaecologist Check
It is incredibly important for women to consult a gynaecologist every so often. Sexual and reproductive health should always be prioritised, especially for young women and those who are pregnant. A gynaecologist may offer an internal and external exam where they can check your womb, cervix, and outer region of the reproductive organ for any potential health risks or infections. Young adolescents and women in menopause are often subject to many infections and issues in this area, which is why it is important to keep on top of it.
Bone Check
Osteoporosis is a health condition that affects the strength of the bones. As the body ages, it is important to increase your calcium and vitamin D intake to increase your bone strength. Using high-dosage steroid medication for long periods of time (if you are treating arthritis or asthma) can increase the risk of osteoporosis. Weak bones can have a severe impact on mobility, especially with age, and can worsen over time if not treated or improved.
Diabetes Check
Diabetes is a very common health concern which means the body’s blood glucose levels are too high, and this happens when the body is not producing enough insulin. Diabetes is particularly common in those who have a family history of the condition and can occur at any point in life. It is especially important to have your diabetes risk checked if this is a health issue that runs in your family.
Heart Check
Heart attacks and myocardial infarctions have become the leading cause of death in both males and females. It can root in things like diet, daily habits, stress, anxiety, lack of physical activity, and family history. Although heart attacks are more common after the age of 45, if you are under this age, you may still have to undergo an ECG report.
Final Words
A well woman check can tell you everything you need to know about your health and the potential risks you could face in the future without lifestyle changes or medical treatment. Not all serious health conditions present themselves in symptoms, which is why many health issues go unnoticed for long periods of time, resulting in unsuccessful treatment and slower recovery.
Questions
Firstly, you should be prepared for the health professional to ask you some questions regarding your height, weight, family health history, medications, current health issues etc. It is important to give the health professional these accurate answers in order for them to gain a better insight to your risks and potential causes.
Gynaecologist Check
It is incredibly important for women to consult a gynaecologist every so often. Sexual and reproductive health should always be prioritised, especially for young women and those who are pregnant. A gynaecologist may offer an internal and external exam where they can check your womb, cervix, and outer region of the reproductive organ for any potential health risks or infections. Young adolescents and women in menopause are often subject to many infections and issues in this area, which is why it is important to keep on top of it.
Bone Check
Osteoporosis is a health condition that affects the strength of the bones. As the body ages, it is important to increase your calcium and vitamin D intake to increase your bone strength. Using high-dosage steroid medication for long periods of time (if you are treating arthritis or asthma) can increase the risk of osteoporosis. Weak bones can have a severe impact on mobility, especially with age, and can worsen over time if not treated or improved.
Diabetes Check
Diabetes is a very common health concern which means the body’s blood glucose levels are too high, and this happens when the body is not producing enough insulin. Diabetes is particularly common in those who have a family history of the condition and can occur at any point in life. It is especially important to have your diabetes risk checked if this is a health issue that runs in your family.
Heart Check
Heart attacks and myocardial infarctions have become the leading cause of death in both males and females. It can root in things like diet, daily habits, stress, anxiety, lack of physical activity, and family history. Although heart attacks are more common after the age of 45, if you are under this age, you may still have to undergo an ECG report.
Final Words
A well woman check can tell you everything you need to know about your health and the potential risks you could face in the future without lifestyle changes or medical treatment. Not all serious health conditions present themselves in symptoms, which is why many health issues go unnoticed for long periods of time, resulting in unsuccessful treatment and slower recovery.
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