Post Date December, 03 2023
The physiological structure of women is relatively complex compared to that of men. Slight negligence can lead to diseases. At present, many young women are paying more and more attention to physical examination. Among the numerous examination items, which ones need to be focused on? In order to avoid the occurrence of diseases, early prevention is the key. Next, let's take a look at what are the key inspection items for women's health care?
1. Cervical smear examination: Usually used to check for signs of infection, inflammation, and canceration of the cervix. According to the new guidelines, women aged 30 who have received normal results from three consecutive screenings can wait three years for further testing.
2. Breast self examination: Women should pay attention to suspicious lumps when examining their breasts a few days after their monthly menstruation. Although most tumors are benign cysts, the bottom line is that they do not feel painful. A 30 year old woman should undergo a clinical examination at least once every 3 years.
3. Skin cancer screening: Generally speaking, people with lighter skin colors are more likely to develop melanoma than those with darker skin colors. People who have sunburns or a family history of melanoma before the age of 18 have a higher risk of skin cancer. Perform a monthly self check to see if there are any memory or moles with asymmetric shapes. If there are changes in shape, color, or bleeding, consult a dermatologist promptly. It is best to have a clinical examination every year.
4. Screening for sexually transmitted diseases: If you are a multi sexual partner, you should check for chlamydia and gonorrhea every year. These sexually transmitted diseases are the most likely to cause pelvic infections, so it is easy to check.
5. Thyroid function test: Hypothyroidism can lead to weight gain, while hyperthyroidism can indicate autoimmune diseases. Before the age of 35, if there are unexplained emotional fluctuations, weight, or sleep problems, it is necessary to check for thyroid dysfunction.
6. Iron check: Iron helps transport oxygen and remove cellular waste. If you consume less than 18 micrograms per day, you will feel tired and weak, and low iron will inevitably lead to anemia. If you often feel depressed, you should take a blood test and supplement iron in a timely manner.
7. Cholesterol: High cholesterol is also a risk factor for heart disease, and the only test method is a blood test. If your bad cholesterol level is above 130, check it again within a year. If the level is normal, it can be checked every 5 years.
8. HPV test: Papillomavirus (HPV) can cause cervical cancer. When doing a cervical smear examination, you can do a screening by the way.
9. Blood pressure: High blood pressure can increase the risk of heart disease, kidney failure, and stroke. If your blood pressure is normal, check it at least every two years. If it's abnormal, check it once a year.
