I doubt if anyone really wants to go to the doctor, but men are notoriously known for avoiding doctor visits. A Cleveland Clinic survey found that 72% of men would rather do household chores, such as cleaning the bathroom, than going to the doctor. Avoiding doctor appointments or skipping them can lead to serious health problems. Health screenings detect diseases before they show symptoms. Catching diseases before they start showing symptoms are when treatments are most effective. Below are 5 screenings doctors say every man should get:
- Cholesterol: Healthy men should have this checked every 4 to 6 years.
- Blood pressure: Men 40 and older should have this checked at least once a year.
- Diabetes: Guys, this is a big one. Diabetes can cause so many other problems, especially left unchecked. Starting at age 35, men should be tested at least every three years. If there is a family history of the disease or you are overweight, your doctor may want to check this more often.
- Prostate cancer: Age 50 is the starting age for men at average risk to start talking to their doctor about screening. Men who are black or have a strong family history of prostate cancer, should start earlier at around age 40.
- Colorectal cancer: Regular screenings should start around age 45 for men at average risk.
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