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What should men be screened for?

Depending on your lifestyle and medical history, you may need to be screened for infections such as syphilis, chlamydia, and other infections. You should have an annual screening for lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) if: You are age 50 to 80 years AND.

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Even if you feel fine, you should still see your provider for regular checkups. These visits can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly. High blood sugar and high cholesterol level also may not have any symptoms in the early stages. Simple blood tests can check for these conditions. There are specific times when you should see your provider or receive specific health screenings. The US Preventive Services Task Force publishes a list of recommended screenings. Below are screening guidelines for men ages 40 to 64.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING

Have your blood pressure checked at least once every year. Watch for blood pressure screenings in your area. Ask your provider if you can stop in to have your blood pressure checked. Ask your doctor if you need your blood pressure checked more often if: You have diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or are overweight or have certain other health conditions

You have a first-degree relative with high blood pressure

You are Black

Your blood pressure top number is from 120 to 129 mm Hg, or the bottom number is from 70 to 79 mm Hg If the top number is 130 mm Hg or greater or the bottom number is 80 mm Hg or greater, this is considered stage 1 hypertension. Schedule an appointment with your provider to learn how you can lower your blood pressure.

CHOLESTEROL SCREENING

Cholesterol screening should begin at age 35 for men with no known risk factors for coronary heart disease.

Repeat cholesterol screening should take place:

Every 5 years for men with normal cholesterol levels

More often if changes occur in lifestyle (including weight gain and diet)

More often if you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or certain other conditions

COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING

If you are under age 45, talk to your provider about getting screened. You may need to be screened if you have a strong family history of colon cancer or polyps. Screening may also be considered if you have risk factors such as a history of inflammatory bowel disease or polyps. If you are age 45 to 75, you should be screened for colorectal cancer. There are several screening tests available: A stool-based fecal occult blood (gFOBT) or fecal immunochemical test (FIT) every year

A stool sDNA test every 1 to 3 years

Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or every 10 years with stool testing FIT done every year

CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years

Colonoscopy every 10 years

You may need a colonoscopy more often if you have risk factors for colorectal cancer, such as:

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A personal or family history of colorectal cancer

A history of growths in your colon called adenomatous polyps

DENTAL EXAM

Go to the dentist once or twice every year for an exam and cleaning. Your dentist will evaluate if you have a need for more frequent visits.

DIABETES SCREENING

All adults who do not have risk factors for diabetes should be screened starting at age 35 and repeated every 3 years. If you have other risk factors for diabetes, such as a first degree relative with diabetes, overweight or obesity, high blood pressure, prediabetes, or a history of heart disease, you may be tested more often. If you are overweight and have other risk factors such as high blood pressure and are planning to become pregnant, screening is recommended.

EYE EXAM

Have an eye exam every 2 to 4 years ages 40 to 54 and every 1 to 3 years ages 55 to 64. Your provider may recommend more frequent eye exams if you have vision problems or glaucoma risk. Have an eye exam that includes an examination of your retina (back of your eye) at least every year if you have diabetes.

IMMUNIZATIONS

Commonly needed vaccines include:

Flu shot : get one every year

: get one every year Tetanus-diphtheria and acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine : have as one of your tetanus-diphtheria vaccines if you did not receive it as an adolescent : have as one of your tetanus-diphtheria vaccines if you did not receive it as an adolescent Tetanus-diphtheria : have a booster (or Tdap) every 10 years : have a booster (or Tdap) every 10 years Varicella vaccine : receive 2 doses if you never had chickenpox or the varicella vaccine and were born in 1980 or after : receive 2 doses if you never had chickenpox or the varicella vaccine and were born in 1980 or after Hepatitis B vaccine : receive 2, 3, or 4 doses, depending on your exact circumstances, if you did not receive these as a child or adolescent, until age 59 : receive 2, 3, or 4 doses, depending on your exact circumstances, if you did not receive these as a child or adolescent, until age 59 Shingles (herpes zoster) vaccine: at or after age 50 Ask your provider if you should receive other immunizations, especially if you have certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or are at increased risk for some diseases such as pneumonia.

INFECTIOUS DISEASE SCREENING

Screening for hepatitis C: all adults ages 18 to 79 should get a one-time test for hepatitis C. Screening for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV): all people ages 15 to 65 should get a one-time test for HIV. Depending on your lifestyle and medical history, you may need to be screened for infections such as syphilis, chlamydia, and other infections.

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LUNG CANCER SCREENING

You should have an annual screening for lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) if:

You are age 50 to 80 years AND

You have a 20 pack-year smoking history AND

You currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years

OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING

If you are age 50 to 70 and have risk factors for osteoporosis, you should discuss screening with your provider. Risk factors can include long-term steroid use, low body weight, smoking, heavy alcohol use, having a fracture after age 50, or a family history of hip fracture or osteoporosis.

PHYSICAL EXAM

All adults should visit their provider from time to time, even if they are healthy. The purpose of these visits is to:

Screen for diseases

Assess risk of future medical problems

Encourage a healthy lifestyle

Update vaccinations

Maintain a relationship with a provider in case of an illness

Your height, weight, and body mass index (BMI) should be checked at every exam.

During your exam, your provider may ask you about:

Depression and anxiety

Diet and exercise

Alcohol and tobacco use

Safety, such as use of seat belts and smoke detectors

PROSTATE CANCER SCREENING

If you're 55 through 69 years old, before having the test, talk to your provider about the pros and cons of having a PSA test. Ask about:

Whether screening decreases your chance of dying from prostate cancer.

Whether there is any harm from prostate cancer screening, such as side effects from testing or overtreatment of cancer when discovered.

Whether you have a higher risk of prostate cancer than others.

If you are age 55 or younger, screening is not generally recommended. You should talk with your provider about if you have a higher risk for prostate cancer. Risk factors include:

Having a family history of prostate cancer (especially a brother or father)

Being African American

If you choose to be tested, the PSA blood test is repeated over time (yearly or less often), though the best frequency is not known.

Prostate examinations are no longer routinely done on men with no symptoms.

SKIN EXAM

Your provider may check your skin for signs of skin cancer, especially if you're at high risk. People at high risk include those who have had skin cancer before, have close relatives with skin cancer, or have a weakened immune system.

TESTICULAR EXAM

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