Men, once they reach middle age, need to discuss age specific issues with their doctor.
Going to a doctor should be a routine occurrence, with everyone getting a full annual physical from their primary care physician like clockwork. Different genders and ages have different medical concerns or questions they should when visiting the doctor. Middle-aged men need to ask certain questions to help ensure a healthy and long life.
Head and Neck
The head is an area of concern for middle-aged men. Many conditions that can potentially crop up with age are located in the head and neck region. Men should ask their doctor about hair loss, if it has started to occur, in order to determine the root cause. If a man has smoked in the past, discussing oral health and having checkups to look for tongue and throat cancer or lesions are important topic to cover. Additional concerns which men should discuss include deteriorating vision, any instances of vertigo, memory concerns or loss of hearing.
Upper Body
As a man begins to age, his heart may become more erratic and bouts of angina, irregular heartbeats and chest pains may become an issue. Ask your doctor to discuss your current cardiovascular condition to see what you can do take to strengthen your heart. When talking about your upper body, ask questions about cholesterol, abdominal bloating after eating, bowel concerns and problems with urination or kidney stones.
Lower Body
The lower body is essential to men for more than walking. The abundance of joints and muscles in the lower half of the body, and ones men use quite often, could pose problems as the body continues to age. Discuss with your doctor any signs or symptoms you have which have increased in severity or frequency, such as knee, hip or ankle pain. If you have pre-existing medical conditions involving joints, ask your doctor about medications or supplements which can help reverse some of the damage associated with aging.
Overall Health and Emotional Health
Middle-aged men should protect their overall well-being, which includes emotional health. Talk to your doctor about ways to cope with getting older. Issues may include concerns about retiring, the physical inability to perform tasks and activities which were common when you were younger and decreases in sexual activity or desire. Ask your doctor to explain the signs and symptoms associated with depression, as this can be a factor during the aging process. Your questions regarding general health and well-being should also include asking questions about suggested dietary and lifestyle changes.
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