Psa test: In India, people do not conduct an easy examination even if there is a disease, it is meaningless to talk about regular investigation. But the doctors warns that every man must do PSA test once after crossing 40 so that serious and deadly diseases can be detected on time. Heart disease in India remains the biggest cause of death, while diabetes cases have also been found the most here in the world. In the year 2023, more than 14 lakh cancer cases were registered in the country. Recently, former US President Joe Biden has confirmed prostate cancer, which has again brought the issue to discuss what tests should be conducted every year for men who have crossed 40. India Today In the news of Dr. Monica Kumbhat of Newburg Diagnostic says that there are some necessary tests that every man should do regularly so that the disease is identified at the initial level and can be treated in time.
PSA test for prostate cancer
The annual health checkup should start with the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test. This test can catch an early signs of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men worldwide and in India too, 33,000 to 42,000 new cases are reported every year. This gland is under the bladder and its symptoms often do not appear in the initial stage. After this, regular checking of blood pressure is equally important. High blood pressure is a ‘silent killer’ that can cause heart disease, stroke and kidney failure. It must be checked every six months.
Heart check
Lipid profile tests and blood sugar tests are also very important. With aging, cholesterol and sugar level fluctuations begin to occur. Lipid profiles provide information about total cholesterol, LDL (bad cholesterol), HDL (good cholesterol) and triglycerides. At the same time, blood sugar or HBA1C test helps in detecting diabetes or pre-diabetes. Both these conditions increase the risk of heart disease and often occur without symptoms.
Investigation up to bones is necessary
It is also necessary to conduct liver and kidney function test every year, especially for men who drink alcohol, suffer from blood pressure or diabetes or have been taking medicines for a long time. Common tests of blood and urine reveal the functionality of these organs.
Cologne cancer check after 50
Screening of colon cancer also becomes necessary after the age of 50 years, especially if it has history in the family. Ultrasound of the stomach can also be done every year, which reveals the status of liver, kidney and prostate.
Dexa scan
For the strengthening of bones, a bone density test (DEXA scan) is also advised. Usually it is considered to be a problem of women, but after 40, bones also start to weaken in men. Especially men who smoke, take steroids or those who have lost weight, must do this test.
Hormone check
In some men, with aging, testosterone levels begin to decrease, which can cause problems like fatigue, mood swing and lack of sexual desire. If there are such symptoms, hormone levels can be tested. At the same time, genetic factor can also be responsible for diseases like cancer. Research has revealed that men who have BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations are more at risk of aggressive prostate cancer. Those who have a history of prostate, breast or ovarian cancer in their family should consider genetic testing.
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