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<\/a>Importance of Routine Screening:<\/strong>\nIt is important to diagnose a health issue before it starts or when it is at its initial stage. One has to take right treatment at the right the time that helps to increase the chances of long and healthy life. In this regard, health screenings can give you a proper report of your health status.<\/p>\n
Important exams and screening for men\u2019s health:<\/strong> Blood Pressure Test:<\/strong> A blood pressure test is very simple and quick. You can even check it at your home. In case you find any sign of doubt then consult your doctor, he can prescribe you medicines or suggest changing your lifestyle. Some particular practices like losing weight, change in eating habits, exercising, etc. are highly recommended to control blood pressure.<\/p>\n Cholesterol Test:<\/strong> The amount of cholesterol is checked by the blood test. Before the test you don\u2019t have to drink and eat anything for approx 9 hours, it\u2019s necessary for accurate results.<\/p>\n Also Read\u00a0:Burning Calories with Everyday Activities<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Prostate Cancer Screening:<\/strong> \u2022<\/strong> Painful urination A screening of prostate once in two years is beneficial to know its status if any. Doctors do two exams, first is prostate specific antigen (PSA) test which shows four nanograms \/milliliter for healthy men and, second, is Digital Rectal Exam in which doctor physically check your rectum for cancer signs. Prostate Cancer is one of the major men\u2019s health issues. It requires a lot of preventions and changes in daily lives. Doctors may suggest you to go for vegetables and fruits, meditation, yoga and regular exercise beside some medicines.<\/p>\n Colon Cancer Screening:<\/strong> Colonoscopy method is used to diagnose the whole colon and rectum. Virtual colonoscopy is also done in which CT scan images show a clear inside view of the colon. To reduce the risk of colon cancer, doctors suggest:<\/p>\n \u2022<\/strong> High intake of vegetables, fruits and whole grains Skin Cancer Check:<\/strong> Also Read:Anti-Aging Steps for Men<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
\nTraditionally, men are not much concerned with their health issues and remain less interested in routine health checkups. But the fact is, men die earlier than women, as their life expectancy is lower than women. Cancer rates are more found in men compared to women, and many other men\u2019s health issues are also on the same page. So, here we discuss about six necessary screenings for men\u2019s health that include:<\/p>\n
\nThe body\u2019s strength applies by the heart to drive blood throughout your body, a function denoted by the blood pressure. If your blood pressure reading comes 120\/80 then it\u2019s normal and you are healthy but, if the reading consistently comes 140\/ 90 i.e. you have high blood pressure, then there is always a risk of heart attack, stroke and also kidney diseases. During low blood pressure, you feel dizziness, fainting and lightheadedness.<\/p>\n
\nCholesterol is a fat found in the blood. It is good as well as bad. Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) is the bad cholesterol and unhealthy for you, while High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) is the good cholesterol. According to medical science, 200 mg per dL is perfect. But, the range of cholesterol is below 100 mg per dL and above 240 mg per dL indicates a risk to men\u2019s health. High levels of cholesterol cause heart attack and stroke.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
\nThis type of cancer grows in the gland in the male reproductive system; this disease only affects men. As per the research, 80% men in their eighties are affected by a symptom of prostate cancer. The primary symptoms of this disease are:<\/p>\n
\n\u2022<\/strong> Painful ejaculation
\n\u2022<\/strong> Often urinates
\n\u2022<\/strong> Difficulty in achieving erection
\n\u2022<\/strong> Leg weakness
\n\u2022<\/strong> Spine, pelvis or ribs can be painful<\/p>\n
\nThis cancer begins in the colon or rectal. Colon cancer is also known as colorectal cancer, which grows when healthy cells get damaged in the colon and continuously divides into cancerous cells and demolish normal tissue.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022<\/strong> Avoid smoking
\n\u2022<\/strong> Avoid alcohol or take in moderate amounts
\n\u2022<\/strong> Do more exercise
\n\u2022<\/strong> Maintain a healthy weight<\/p>\n
\nMen\u2019s skin is three times more influenced by the risk of skin cancer than women\u2019s. Major types of skin cancers are basal, squamous and melanoma. There are some skin tests to check the presence of any possible skin problem. Skin cancer can be prevented by less exposure to sunlight, so you have to cover your body with clothes and use sunscreen protection before going out.<\/p>\n