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Essential Medical Tests To Opt For As You Turn 30

By Vinayak Mulge • Rectal exam- This is a test which checks for conditions like hemorrhoids, rectal injuries, rectal abnormalities and even...

By Vinayak Mulge



• Rectal exam- This is a test which checks for conditions like hemorrhoids, rectal injuries, rectal abnormalities and even cancer. As one turns 30, he/she may be more susceptible to such problems and a test can thus prove useful.

• Electrocardiogram- This test helps you know about the condition of the heart and establishes a baseline level for it. It finds out if the heart is pumping blood in a proper manner and whether the blood is reaching all parts of the body. After getting it done once at 30, one should go for it every 4 years.

• Blood pressure- High or Low BP are issues which have become as common as cough and cold these days. The stress of everyday life can easily get anyone and may cause the BP to shoot up and especially for those who are over the age of 30 years. Thus, this too is an essential medical test to go for after crossing 30. Some facts about blood pressure Affects one in three adults worldwideAffects men more than womenAffects poorer populations more than othersIs implicated in 13% of deaths worldwide.

• Cholesterol-It is a fact that one has a tendency to develop high cholesterol levels as he/she grows up and this is why, the risk of it increases as you turn 30. High cholesterol can be bad for your heart health and a simple test can help you be on the defensive.

• Sexually transmitted disease check-This is yet another test which you must opt for after turning 30 since after this age, the risk of STDs can be high. One must get it done every few years, especially if he/she has been involved in sexual relations with more than 1 partner.

• Breast exam for women-All women over the age of 30 must consider getting a breast exam done in order to make sure they are not suffering from any breast lump or a condition like breast cancer. Getting this examination done at the correct time can prevent one from a fatal disease that is responsible for thousands of deaths each year.

• Prostrate exam for men- This is a medical examination or test that all men over the age of 30 must go for. Not only do regular tests help to prevent its chances but also control it at the right time. Some facts.1 in 9 Men Will be Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer Prostate Cancer is the most common form of cancer in males.Prostate Cancer mainly affects men over the age of 50 and the risks increase with age the average age at diagnosis with prostate cancer is between 70-74 years of age.Males of African CARIBBEAN ORIGIN Are THREE TIMES MORE LIKELY TO DEVELOP THE DISEASE THAN WITHE MALES.Men are two and A half times more likely to develop prostate cancer if a father or Brother had the disease.Men With Prostate cancer May have no symptoms or they may be mild happen over years the following may be sign of a prostate problem such as prostate cancer. To know more about Prostrate Cancer.

• Diabetes-People over the age of 30 are found to be more at a risk of diabetes than younger individuals. A simple urine test can help you know whether the blood sugar levels in your blood are normal or high. Done at the right time, this test can help you control diabetes through diet. Some Facts about Diabetes.About 422 million people worldwide have diabetes.Diabetes is 1 of the leading causes of death in the world.There are 2 major forms of diabetes.Type 1 and Type 2 A third type of diabetes is gestational diabetes.Type 2 diabetes is much more common than type 1 diabetes.People with diabetes can live long healthy lives when diabetes is detected and well-managed.Early diagnosis and intervention is starting point for living well with diabetes.The majority of diabetes deaths occur in low-and-middle-income countries Diabetes is an important cause of blindness,amputation and kidney failure.Type 2 diabetes can be prevented. To know how to keep you heart healthy and prevent diabetes.


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Thyroid- Thyroid gland in the body is the organ which is responsible for most of the metabolic functions in the body. So whenever thyroid stops functioning properly the body experiences disorders of various types. Some of the thyroid disturbances include small and harmless goiter, cancer and others. The most common thyroid related problem results in a condition called hyperthyroidism and another which is called hypothyroidism. To know more about thyroid imbalance, symptoms of thyroid problems and issues that may arise as a result, you can go through Symptoms And Health Issues Due To Thyroid Imbalance.


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TSH testing is used to: Diagnose a thyroid disorder in a person with symptomsScreen newborns for an underactive thyroidMonitor thyroid replacement therapy in people with hypothyroidismMonitor anti-thyroid treatment in people with hyperthyroidismHelp diagnose and monitor infertility problems in womenHelp evaluate the function of the pituitary gland (occasionally)Screen adults for thyroid disorders, although expert opinions vary on who can benefit from screening and at what age to begin.

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