General Examination - Secrets to help men maintain their form after age 40

(Dan Tri) - Men over 40 years old often ignore signs of fatigue, nocturia, insomnia... without knowing that these could be early signs of chronic diseases. Early detection at this stage is an opportunity to control the disease, maintain health and performance.

Early signs are often overlooked.

When entering middle age, the male body begins to decline testosterone, the metabolic rate slows down. Symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, weight gain, nocturia, decreased libido... often appear silently, easily overlooked or confused with normal signs of aging.

Men often ignore early symptoms, missing the opportunity for effective treatment (Illustration: Freepik).

Mr. N. (47 years old, construction engineer, HCMC) is a typical example. Despite having nocturia and insomnia for a long time, he did not go to the doctor because he thought it was due to work pressure and age. When his health declined significantly, he went to the hospital and was diagnosed with prostate enlargement and metabolic disorder - two diseases that can be well controlled if detected early.

According to the National Survey on Risk Factors of Non-Communicable Diseases in Vietnam (STEPS 2021) conducted by the Ministry of Health in collaboration with the World Health Organization, only about 40% of people with high blood pressure and 35% of people with diabetes are detected with the disease. Of these, less than 25% are fully treated.

It is estimated that the number of deaths due to non-communicable diseases each year in Vietnam accounts for 77% of total deaths from all causes, mainly due to cardiovascular diseases, cancer, diabetes and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...

In addition to physical factors, psychological barriers also make many men reluctant to go to the doctor, especially when related to physiological or urinary problems. This fear contributes to the latent diseases not being detected in time, increasing the risk of late treatment and complications.

Regular screening - the key to early detection of hidden diseases

After the age of 40, metabolic, endocrine and cardiovascular disorders can progress silently for many years if not screened promptly. Experts say that regular health screening helps detect early signs of abnormalities. From there, doctors can develop a personalized care plan, controlling the disease from an early stage, before it causes complications.

Modern medical equipment systems help improve diagnostic accuracy (Photo: HM).

According to medical experts, if patients wait until symptoms appear before going to the doctor, they will easily miss the golden opportunity to control the disease. Regular check-ups are not for people who are sick, but are an early preventive measure for those who want to live a healthy life.

In middle age, men need to pay attention to health check-ups such as: blood pressure measurement, electrocardiogram, blood and urine tests, liver and kidney function, abdominal ultrasound, prostate assessment and colorectal cancer screening. This is the basis for doctors to give timely advice, helping patients adjust their lifestyle, diet and exercise appropriately.

In addition, indicators such as CRP (C-reactive protein) can help detect silent inflammation related to cardiovascular risk, fatty liver and metabolic syndrome. Other tests such as HbA1c, liver enzymes ALT/AST and total testosterone also play an important role in screening for prediabetes, liver damage and endocrine disorders - factors that can silently progress if not checked regularly.

Regular health check-ups - the secret to healthy living for modern men (Photo: HM).

Some medical facilities have now applied the personalized periodic examination model. At Hoan My Gold PXL Medical Center, specialists coordinate to build a health monitoring roadmap suitable for each age group, combining modern machinery systems such as MRI, CT-scan, Doppler ultrasound and automatic biochemical testing equipment.

The center is currently offering a 20% discount on a general health check-up package for men aged 40 and over, with 21-31 specialized examination items. The program is valid until the end of 2025.

Hoan My Gold PXL Medical Center in Cau Kieu ward, HCMC (Photo: HM).

Every middle-aged man needs to schedule regular and proper screenings to detect many risk factors early, thereby effectively controlling the disease and maintaining long-term stable health. Proactively examining early before the body speaks up is a smart choice to live healthy after the age of 40.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/kham-tong-quat-bi-quyet-giup-nam-gioi-duy-tri-phong-do-sau-tuoi-40-20251107101600085.htm