Men's Checkup and Screening Guidelines
| Ages | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| When? | 20-39 | 40-49 | 50+ | |
Physical ExamReview overall health status, perform a thorough physical exam, and discuss health related topics. | Every 3 years Every 2 years Every year | |||
Blood PressureHigh blood pressure (hypertension) has no symptoms, but can cause permanent damage to body organs. | Every year | |||
TB Skin TestShould be done on occasion of exposure or suggestive symptoms at direction of physician. Some occupations may require more frequent testing for public health indications. | Every 5 years | |||
Blood Tests & UrinalysisScreens for various Illnesses and diseases (such as cholesterol, diabetes, kidney or thyroid dysfunction) before symptoms occur. | Every 3 years Every 2 years Every year | |||
EKGElectrocardiogram screens for heart abnormalities. | Baseline Every 2 years Every year | Age 30 | ||
Tetanus BoosterPrevents lockjaw. | Every 10 years | |||
Rectal ExamScreens for hemorrhoids, lower rectal problems, colon and prostate cancer (see PSA Blood Test below). | Every year | |||
PSA Blood TestProstate Specific Antigen (PSA) is produced by the prostate. Levels rise when there is an abnormality such as an infection, enlargement or cancer. Testing should be done in collaboration with your physician. *Some medical associations recommend that men speak to their health care providers about a baseline PSA blood test at age 40. | Every year | * | ||
HemoccultScreens the stool for microscopic amounts of blood that can be the first indication of polyps or colon cancer. | Every year | |||
Colorectal HealthA 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 | |||
Chest X-RayShould be considered In smokers over the age of 45. The usefulness oft his test on a yearly basis is a Discuss with a physician | Every year | |||
Bone HealthBone mineral density test. Testing is best done under the supervision of your physician. | Every year | |||
Self ExamsTesticle: 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 | |||
Testosterone ScreeningLow testosterone symptoms Include low sex drive, erectile dysfunction, fatigue and depression. Inltial screening for symptoms with a quesOonnaire followed by a simple blood test. | Discuss with a physician | |||
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)Sexually active adults who consider themselves at risk for STDs should be screened for syphilis, chlamydia, HIV, and other STDs. | Under physician supervision | |||