Making simple lifestyle changes and seeking regular medical care can be lifesaving.
Here are eight reasons to see a doctor even if you feel fine.
1. Your family medical history changes.
Genetics play a role in many forms of disease, and if family medical history has changed, chances are their health profile has too.
2. You are experiencing unusual symptoms or changes to your health.
Most medical issues don’t begin as full-blown problems. Instead, they develop gradually, over time. One of the major benefits of preventive health care is that it can help catch a small problem before it has the chance to turn into a large one.
3. For a sexual health check-up.
Untreated sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause a variety of issues, especially when it comes to fertility and reproductive health.
4. To check your basic vitals.
“Normal” covers a wide range, but it’s important that your healthcare provider knows what’s normal for you. Seeing a doctor, even if you are feeling fine, gives the doctor the opportunity to monitor basic vital signs like breathing, heartbeat, blood pressure and sometimes, blood sugar.
5. For a routine mental health screening.
Mental illness isn’t always obvious. Many people think that depression manifests as constant feelings of sadness. While that may be true for some, others experience anger, irritability, sleeplessness, or physical aches and pain.
6. To manage chronic and ongoing health issues.
Chronic health issues require ongoing medical intervention, whether to assess the effects of a new medication or therapy, or simply to monitor a condition.
7. For advice on improving overall health.
A healthcare provider is a medical expert. This means they can help develop a regular health routine that’s appropriate for you and account for any pre-existing conditions you may have.
8. For health screening tests.
Age and health are correlated, and as individuals age, they become more susceptible to various illnesses and conditions. Often, this means more frequent doctor visits for acute issues. It also means the need for preventative care more frequently.
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