It is very important and necessary for male friends to have regular physical examination. So, what are the male examination items? Let's give you some answers from Bian Xiao.
The andrology examination includes items
one
Surgical examination
Surgical examination can find tumors by touching lymph nodes, thyroid gland, spine and skin. Especially the anal finger, that is, touching the anus, is the best way to find prostate hypertrophy, hemorrhoids and anorectal tumors.
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examination of prostate
Digital rectal examination (DRE) is a direct examination of abnormal growth or tumor of prostate. Prostate Specific Antigen Test (PSA) measures a series of protein hidden in blood. If the test result is higher than the normal level, it may indicate that there is cancer in the body.
three
Testicular examination
Doctors are advised to check the testicles for abnormal changes or growth every month, but this cannot replace the professional examination of doctors. The earlier testicular cancer is diagnosed, the easier it is to cure.
four
blood lipid examination
Especially cholesterol level, is helpful to evaluate the possibility of coronary heart disease. You should have an annual check-up from the age of 20. Middle-aged people should have a physical examination once a year. If your cholesterol level is above normal (readings are 80/50 and 130/85), or your family has a history of coronary heart disease, you should consult a doctor for more frequent examinations.
five
Carotid ultrasound examination
This examination is used to check whether the common carotid artery and internal carotid artery have stenosis and atherosclerotic plaque, and to find carotid atherosclerosis early.
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Hemorheological examination
Can be used for the prevention, early detection and early treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It can be used to monitor risk factors such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction and thrombosis. It is a project that male friends with heavy work should check.