It is important to check your health, and it’s easy too. Here are five simple steps to check yourself over quickly for signs of problems – some things are obvious, others are less so, but it’s always better to err on the side of caution. Remove clothing as necessary.
1. Know your body
Before going to a doctor, learn the basics about your condition using reliable sources such as reputable websites and textbooks. Knowing what goes on inside your body can help you understand how it works and why certain things happen.
2: Find a good doctor.
A doctor is not necessarily someone with lots of letters after their name; anyone practicing medicine with an official license is legally allowed. A good doctor should be approachable, reliable (not breaking appointments or canceling last minute), and recommend treatment that fits your lifestyle. The best way to find one is to ask friends and family for recommendations.
3: Get a second opinion.
Once you have narrowed the list down to a few doctors that meet your criteria, get a referral from one of them and make an appointment with a different doctor in the same specialty field. This will help you figure out which doctor suits your needs best. Again, it is usually wise to ask around for recommendations. [Include any other notes here]
4: Be prepared
Before going for check-ups or medical tests, write down all symptoms in detail to report them to the doctor when asked accurately. If necessary, take someone with you who can help by taking notes or asking questions if something was not clearly explained. [Include any other notes here]
5: Follow up after results are in
Once testing is complete, the doctors have met to discuss and determine a diagnosis and treatment plan, follow through with treatments, and take into account your lifestyle and work commitments. Pay attention to all instructions about medications or procedures not to miss important things like refills for prescriptions.
It is recommended that you go for regular physical examinations, even if you feel fine. This will help your doctor figure out any changes in your body early on to be dealt with quickly before they become serious problems.