GET IT CHECKED! A Maintenance Schedule for Men

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Regular checkups and age-appropriate screenings can improve your health and extend your life. Members of high-risk groups, or those with a family history of a disease, should consult their healthcare provider about the need for earlier screening.

The Men’s Health Network provides this maintenance schedule for men as a reminder of your need to take responsibility for safeguarding your health. Regular checkups and age-appropriate screenings can improve your health and reduce premature death and disability. You should consult your healthcare provider about the benefits of earlier screenings, especially if you are a member of a high-risk group or have a family history of disease.

MEN'S HEALTH CHECKLIST AGES
Checkups and Screenings When? 20-39 40-49 50+
PHYSICAL EXAM: Review overall health status, perform a thorough physical exam and discuss health related topics. Every 3 years
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BLOOD PRESSURE: High blood pressure (hypertension) has no symptoms, but can cause permanent damage to body organs. Every year
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TB SKIN TEST: Tuberculosis testing should be done if you are exposed or have symptoms, at the direction of your physician. Every 5 years
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BLOOD TESTS & URINALYSIS: Screens for various illnesses and diseases (such as cholesterol, diabetes, kidney or thyroid dysfunction) before symptoms occur. Every 3 years
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EKG: Electrocardiogram screens for heart abnormalities. Baseline Age 30
Every 4 years  
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Every 3 years    
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TETANUS BOOSTER: Prevents lockjaw. Every 10 years           
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RECTAL EXAM: Screens for hemorrhoids, lower rectal problems, colon and prostate cancer. Every year
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PSA BLOOD TEST*: Prostate Specific Antigen is produced by the prostate. Levels rise when there is an abnormality such as an infection, enlargement or cancer. Every year  
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*African-American men with a family history of prostate cancer may wish to begin prostate screenings at 40 or earlier.
HEMOCCULT: Screens the stool for microscopic amounts of blood that can be the first indication of polyps or colon cancer. Every year  
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COLORECTAL HEALTH: A flexible scope examines the rectum, sigmoid and descending colon for cancer at its earliest and treatable stages. It also detects polyps, which are benign growths that can progress to cancer if not found early. Every 3-4 years    
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CHEST X-RAY: Should be considered in smokers over the age of 45. Discuss with physician  
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SELF-EXAMS: Testicle: To find lumps in their earliest stages. Skin: To look for signs of changing moles, freckles, or early skin cancer. Oral: To look for signs of cancerous lesions in the mouth. Breast: To find abnormal lumps in their earliest stages. Monthly by self
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BONE HEALTH: Bone mineral density test. Discuss with physician Age 60
TESTOSTERONE SCREENING: Low testosterone symptoms include low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, fatigue and depression. Discuss with physician  
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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES (STDs): Sexually active adults who consider themselves at risk for STDs should be screened for syphilis, chlamydia and other STDs. Under physician supervision  
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This information is provided to encourage you to begin a knowledgeable dialogue with your healthcare provider. Consult your physician about your need for specific health screenings and check your plan certificate or call customer service for specific coverage information regarding these tests.

Source: Men’s Health Network

 

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